self-distrust
[self-dis-truhst, self-]
- lack of confidence in oneself, in one's abilities, etc.
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Origin of self-distrust
First recorded in 1780–90
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Examples from the Web for self-distrust
Historical Examples
Self-distrust, vague and indefinite, touched him unaccountably.
The Orchard of TearsSax Rohmer
There is no trust without, complementary to it, self-distrust.
Expositions of Holy ScriptureAlexander Maclaren
In his self-distrust he asked for two signs more, and God gave them to him.
Little FolksVarious
His manner suggested a mixture of braggadocio and self-distrust.
NarcissusEvelyn Scott
Certainly, the new commander was not troubled with Burnside's self-distrust.
On the Trail of Grant and LeeFrederick Trevor Hill