yourself

pronoun

your·​self yər-ˈself How to pronounce yourself (audio)
 Southern also  -ˈsef
1
a
: that identical one that is you
used reflexively
you might hurt yourself
, for emphasis
carry them yourself
, or in absolute constructions
b
: your normal, healthy, or sane condition or self
you haven't been yourself lately
2

Examples of yourself in a Sentence

You're not yourself today. Is something wrong? You'll feel like yourself again after some time away.

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of yourself was in the 14th century

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“Yourself.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yourself. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

yourself

pronoun
your·​self yər-ˈself How to pronounce yourself (audio)
1
a
: that one that is you
don't hurt yourself
carry them yourself
b
: your normal or healthy self
you're not yourself today
2

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