Enter the word for search

self-styled

/ˌsɛlfˈstaɪld/

self-styledadjective

more self-styled

Comp.

most self-styled

Super.

/ˌsɛlfˈstaɪld/

Not comparable; describes a self-proclaimed status

Translations

He is a self-styled expert in the field.

Он самопровозглашённый эксперт в этой области.

Additional translations

Definitions

Claiming a particular title or position without the endorsement or recognition of others.

The self-styled expert gave a lecture on the topic, despite lacking formal qualifications.

Designed or created by oneself, rather than by a professional or external authority.

She wore a self-styled dress that she had sewn over the weekend.

Synonyms

self-styledpast participle

/ˌselfˈstaɪld/

/ˌsɛlfˈstaɪld/

Past participle of the rare verb ‘self-style’, used adjectivally

Definitions

Having given oneself a specified name, title, or status; self-proclaimed.

The self-styled ‘visionary’ promised to revolutionise the industry.

Synonyms