past self

language: fr

definitions

  1. The version of an individual as they existed at a previous point in time, often implying a change in character, beliefs, or circumstances.
    fr: le soi passé
  2. A former identity, role, or way of living that a person has since abandoned or moved away from.
    fr: ancienne identité

examples

  1. Looking at old photos, she felt a disconnect from her past self.

    En regardant de vieilles photos, elle a ressenti un décalage avec son soi passé.

  2. He had completely shed his past self as a corporate lawyer to become an artist.

    Il avait complètement abandonné son ancienne identité d'avocat d'affaires pour devenir artiste.