Self-deprecation

For the practice of phasing out obsolescent technologies, see Deprecation.

Self-deprecation is the act of reprimanding oneself by belittling, undervaluing, or disparaging oneself,[1] or being excessively modest.[2][3] It can be used in humor and tension release.[4]

Self-deprecation is often perceived as being a characteristic of certain nations, such as Great Britain, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, where "blowing one's own trumpet" is frowned upon.[5] Famous examples include English comedian David Mitchell. It is also seen as a major component of the comedy of American comedians such as Rodney Dangerfield, Phyllis Diller, Joan Rivers,[6] Louis C.K., Don Knotts,[7] Woody Allen,[8] Vadivelu, Zach Galifianakis, Mike Birbiglia, Carrot Top, Jon Stewart, David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Bernie Mac, Amy Schumer, Bo Burnham, Jim Norton, and Nathan Fielder (who is actually Canadian).

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Self-deprecation". The Free Dictionary. Farlex. Retrieved 2010-06-08.
  2. ↑ Self-Deprecation - Personality & Spirituality
  3. ↑ Self-deprecation | Define Self-deprecation at Dictionary.com
  4. ↑ Hill, Matthew. "The Funny Thing About Work". Society for Intercultural Training and Research. Retrieved 2011-05-04.
  5. ↑ "Self-Deprecation". Debrett's. Retrieved 4 May 2014.
  6. ↑ Morris, Wesley (2010-06-20). "The many faces of Joan Rivers". The Boston Globe.
  7. ↑ "Don Knotts Obituary: View Don Knotts's Obituary by The Washington Post". Legacy.com. 2006-02-25. Retrieved 2013-07-01.
  8. ↑ Forward, The (2009-06-10). "Is self-deprecation killing Jewish comedy? - Israel News | Haaretz Daily Newspaper". Haaretz.com. Retrieved 2013-07-01.


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