Words similar to self-esteem

Example sentences for: self-esteem

How can you use “self-esteem” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

There are a lot of barriers that keep people from working: physical and mental disabilities, history of welfare dependency and lack of education or self-esteem.
The packaging promised that that I'd "feel cleaner, more refreshed, and confident," but somehow using the adult equivalent of baby wipes failed to enhance my self-esteem.
Or the terrible cycle of poor self-esteem, bad study habits, unfulfilled potential, and a life ultimately lived without hope.
A woman exhibiting the independence needed to protect her health and self-esteem risks the disapprobation of her family and of the community.
But the drift toward art as self-esteem building and away from art for art's sake is clear.