Synonyms for

Yourself

Verb / jɜ:ˈself / / jʊˈrself / / ˈjɔ:rself / Another word for yourself — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Yourself means the person that is speaking or writing.

Synonyms & similar words

you yours thou thee thyself self myself himself herself itself themself oneself ourselves yourselves themselves individual personally privately alone

Synonyms by register

Informal

yourselves

Antonyms

someone else another person a stranger others a different individual

Common collocations

  • take care of yourself
  • help yourself
  • enjoy yourself
  • be yourself
  • blame yourself
  • convince yourself
  • introduce yourself
  • see for yourself

Word family

noun self
adjective self-aware
adverb selfishly

Usage note

Yourself is a reflexive pronoun used when the object of a verb is the same as the subject. It is also used for emphasis. Avoid using 'yourself' when referring to multiple people; use 'yourselves' instead.

Example sentences

  1. You should be proud of yourself for doing a good job on your project.
  2. Don't worry, you can do it yourself!
  3. Sometimes it's good to spend time by yourself.
  4. Remember to take care of yourself.
  5. Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.

Quotes

  • Be the change you want to see in yourself.
  • Don't be afraid to be yourself.
  • Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.

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