thyself

[ðaɪ'sɛlf]

thyself Definition

  • 1used to refer to the person being addressed as the object of a verb or preposition when they are also the subject of the clause
  • 2archaic form of 'yourself'

Using thyself: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thyself" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Know thyself.

  • Example

    Do unto others as thou wouldst have them do unto thee.

  • Example

    Be true to thyself.

Origins of thyself

from Old English 'thē self', meaning 'the self'

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Summary: thyself in Brief

'Thyself' [ðaɪ'sɛlf] is an archaic form of 'yourself' used to refer to the person being addressed as the object of a verb or preposition when they are also the subject of the clause. It is commonly found in older literature and religious texts, such as 'Know thyself.' and 'Do unto others as thou wouldst have them do unto thee.'

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