self-oriented
|self-or-i-ent-ed|
C1
/sɛlf ˈɔːr.i.ɛn.tɪd/
focus on oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-oriented' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own person,' and 'oriented,' derived from Latin 'orientare,' meaning 'to arrange or align.'
Historical Evolution
'self-oriented' evolved from the concept of 'self' and 'oriented,' which were used separately in Middle English and later combined in modern English to describe a focus on oneself.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'oriented' meant 'aligned or directed,' but in combination with 'self,' it evolved to mean 'focused on oneself.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on oneself or one's own interests, needs, or desires.
Her self-oriented approach often led to conflicts with her team.
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Last updated: 2025/03/01 10:25