self-made

/ˌˈsɛlf ˌmeɪd/
/sɛlfˈmeɪd/
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Definitions of self-made
  1. adjective
    having achieved success or recognition by your own efforts
    “a self-made millionaire”
    synonyms:
    successful
    having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
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