self-consequence: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very LowFormal, Literary, Archaic
Quick answer
What does “self-consequence” mean?
An exaggerated sense of one's own importance or dignity.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
An exaggerated sense of one's own importance or dignity.
The quality of behaving as though one is very important; pompous self-importance or self-regard.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The word is equally archaic in both varieties. Slight historical preference in 19th-century British novels.
Connotations
Literary, pejorative, often used to critique social pretension.
Frequency
Extremely rare in contemporary usage. Mostly encountered in historical texts.
Grammar
How to Use “self-consequence” in a Sentence
He carried himself with an air of ~.Her ~ was evident in every gesture.The ~ of the official was unbearable.Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “self-consequence” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- He was a most self-consequence little man.
American English
- His self-consequence manner annoyed everyone.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used. 'Arrogance' or 'ego' would be modern equivalents.
Academic
Only in literary criticism or historical analysis of 18th/19th-century texts.
Everyday
Not used in modern everyday conversation.
Technical
No technical application.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “self-consequence”
Neutral
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “self-consequence”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “self-consequence”
- Using it to mean 'self-esteem' (it is negative).
- Using it in modern contexts where 'self-importance' is expected.
- Confusing it with 'as a consequence of oneself'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is an archaic or literary term. The modern equivalent is 'self-importance' or 'pomposity'.
Almost never. It is a critical term describing an excessive and often ridiculous sense of one's own dignity.
It is a noun. While it can be used attributively (like an adjective, e.g., 'a self-consequence air'), this is rare.
No, there is no standard verb form derived from this noun.
An exaggerated sense of one's own importance or dignity.
Self-consequence is usually formal, literary, archaic in register.
Self-consequence: in British English it is pronounced /ˌself ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌself ˈkɑːn.sə.kwəns/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[No common idioms. The term itself is lexicalised.]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a person who acts as if their every action is of great CONSEQUENCE to the SELF. They walk with 'self-consequence'.
Conceptual Metaphor
IMPORTANCE IS WEIGHT / STATURE. A person with self-consequence carries themselves as if they are physically heavier or taller with importance.
Practice
Quiz
Which of the following is CLOSEST in meaning to 'self-consequence'?