Synonyms for

Ourselves

Verb / aʊɜ:ˈselvz / / ɑ:ˈrselvz / Another word for ourselves — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ourselves is a reflexive pronoun used when the subject and object of a sentence are the same person or people.

Synonyms & similar words

myself yourself himself herself itself ours yours theirs oneself me you him her it us them self ego

Synonyms by register

Informal

us

Antonyms

themselves you others strangers outsiders them

Common collocations

  • by ourselves
  • for ourselves
  • help ourselves
  • prepare ourselves
  • introduce ourselves
  • protect ourselves
  • believe in ourselves
  • take care of ourselves

Word family

noun self
adjective own

Usage note

Ourselves is the reflexive form of 'we'. It is used when the subject and object of a verb are the same, or for emphasis. It is not typically used as a substitute for 'us' in informal speech, though this is a common error.

Example sentences

  1. We painted the room ourselves.
  2. I made breakfast myself this morning.
  3. They built the treehouse themselves.
  4. She cut her hair herself.
  5. He fixed the car himself.

Quotes

  • 'We are each other's harvest; we are each other's business; we are each other's magnitude and bond.' - Gwendolyn Brooks
  • 'We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men.' - Herman Melville
  • 'Believe in yourself, take on your challenges, dig deep within yourself to conquer fears. Never let anyone bring you down. You got this.' - Chantal Sutherland

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