"عزة النفس" (ʿizza al-nafs) is an Arabic phrase that translates to

self-respect

or

dignity

. It refers to a sense of one[SQ]s own worth and value, a refusal to be humiliated or degraded, and a commitment to maintaining one[SQ]s integrity. It[SQ]s a highly valued trait in many Arab cultures, often implying both internal strength and a refusal to compromise one[SQ]s principles. The term carries a stronger connotation than simply "self-esteem" and often implies a certain level of pride, but a pride grounded in moral values rather than arrogance.