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- DictionarySelf-dep·re·ca·tion/ˌselfˌdeprəˈkāSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. modesty about or criticism of oneself: "an artist with a penchant for wry self-deprecation"
noun
Act of devaluating one's self-worth
Self-deprecation is the act of reprimanding oneself by belittling, undervaluing, disparaging oneself, or being excessively modest. It can be used as a way to make complaints, express modesty, invoke optimal reactions or add humour. It may also be used as a way for individuals to appear more likable and agreeable. Wikipedia