Legal Definitions - self-stultification

Definition: Self-stultification is when someone testifies about their own deficiencies or makes themselves appear stupid or foolish.

Example 1: During the job interview, John kept talking about how he wasn't good at anything and had no skills. This is an example of self-stultification.

Example 2: Sarah said she was an expert in marketing, but when asked to explain a basic marketing concept, she couldn't. This is an example of self-stultification because she contradicted herself by claiming expertise but then showing a lack of knowledge.

These examples illustrate how self-stultification can harm someone's credibility and make them appear less competent. It's important to be honest about one's abilities and limitations, but constantly putting oneself down can be detrimental in professional and personal situations.