self-described
UK: ˌself dɪˈskraɪbd | US: ˌself dɪˈskraɪbd
adj. characterized by describing oneself in a particular way, often without external verification.
The word "self-described" combines "self," from Old English "self" (meaning "one's own person"), and "describe," from Latin "describere" ("to write down in detail"). The suffix "-ed" turns it into an adjective, indicating a state of having been described by oneself. The term reflects the modern emphasis on self-identification, where individuals define their own attributes (e.g., "self-described expert").
She is a self-described perfectionist who spends hours editing her work.
The blog is run by a self-described tech enthusiast with no formal training.
He introduced himself as a self-described philosopher, though he never published any papers.
The group consists of self-described activists campaigning for environmental justice.
In her profile, she labels herself as a self-described introvert who enjoys solitude.