self-made

adjective

Meaning

Of a person, having achieved success by one's own efforts, with little to no support from family members and others.
Of a thing, made by oneself instead of bought or taken over.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

successful(English)autonomous(English)improvised(English)homemade(English)home-made(English)self-sufficient(English)single-handed(English)self-educated(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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