Noun
self-deprecation (uncountable)
The disparagement of one's own self.
I think self-deprecation is such a disease, and I want to cure everybody of it and so that's my contribution. Margaret Cho
Comedy is basically self-deprecation. Hannibal Buress
Acknowledging mistakes, offering to help resolve the disagreement, making clear, reasoned arguments, and even self-deprecation have all been noted as worthwhile strategies to end such disputes. Source: Internet
Further examples include: courage between cowardice and foolhardiness, and confidence between self-deprecation and vanity. Source: Internet
Clinton in her turn engaged in self-deprecation, saying, “I took a break from my rigorous nap schedule to be here.” Source: Internet
Still, of all Bowie’s straight R&B false starts, “Can’t Help Thinking About Me” is his strongest, a bit of strutting teenage arrogance that Bowie would later fondly revive (with a bit of self-deprecation) for his 1999 tours. Source: Internet