Self-portrayal, typically refers to the way individuals express themselves through their words, actions, and personality traits. There are several synonyms for the term self-portrayal, including self-expression, self-representation, self-presentation, self-image, and self-perception. Self-expression refers to how individuals communicate their thoughts, emotions, and opinions through different mediums such as art, writing, and music. Self-representation involves portraying oneself in a certain way to others, often for the purpose of creating a particular impression. Self-presentation involves behavior or actions that contribute to the impression one creates of oneself. Self-image refers to how individuals view themselves while self-perception is how others see you. All these words describe different aspects of self-portrayal, and they are essential in shaping an individual's overall identity and self-awareness.