Synonyms for

Himself

Verb / hɪˈmself / Another word for himself — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Himself means the reflexive form of the pronoun 'he' and is used to refer to the same male person who performs the action of the verb.

Synonyms & similar words

he

Antonyms

Common collocations

  • by himself
  • for himself
  • himself alone
  • he himself
  • himself responsible
  • himself to blame
  • himself to see

Word family

noun self
adjective self-assured
adverb selfishly

Usage note

Himself is a reflexive pronoun used when the object of a verb is the same as the subject, and the subject is male. It can also be used for emphasis.

Example sentences

  1. He made himself a sandwich for lunch.
  2. He dressed himself in his favorite shirt.
  3. He taught himself how to swim.
  4. He hurt himself playing soccer.
  5. He congratulated himself on a job well done.

Quotes

  • 'The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday.' - Anonymous
  • 'Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.' - Oscar Wilde
  • 'You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.' - Buddha

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