self-induced

[self-in-doost, -dyoost, self-]

adjective

1. induced by oneself or itself.

2. Electricity.,  produced by self-induction.

self-induced

adjective

1. induced or brought on by oneself or itself

2. electronics produced by self-induction

Word History and Origins

Origin of self-induced¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

“There’s a self-induced complexity in the process, and that leads to a bit of randomness.”

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However, prosecutors argued that psychosis brought on by self-induced intoxication was no defence for murder.

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However, prosecutors said his behaviour was triggered "by self-induced intoxication in the form of drugs" through his use of cannabis, which led to the psychosis.

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Mr Little told the court Mr Monzo's behaviour was triggered "by self-induced intoxication in the form of drugs" which led to a psychotic disorder.

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Bill Ackman, a billionaire hedge fund manager who backed Trump in the 2024 presidential campaign, warned of a “self-induced, economic nuclear winter” if the president refused to back down.

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