Imposter Syndrome

Synonyms of imposter syndrome

• self-doubt
• fraud syndrome
• inferiority complex

Antonyms of imposter syndrome

• confidence
• self-esteem
• self-assuredness

Collocations of imposter syndrome

self-doubt

Frequency: 70 %

Her imposter syndrome was fueled by constant self-doubt.

insecurity

Frequency: 60 %

His imposter syndrome stemmed from deep-seated insecurity.

low self-esteem

Frequency: 55 %

Her imposter syndrome was a result of her low self-esteem.

anxiety

Frequency: 50 %

The imposter syndrome caused her a great deal of anxiety.

fear of failure

Frequency: 45 %

His imposter syndrome was driven by a fear of failure.

Idiomatic Expressions for imposter syndrome

• Phrase: battling imposter syndrome
  Meaning: actively working to combat and overcome feelings of being a fraud or undeserving of success
  Usage: He has been battling imposter syndrome for years, but with therapy and self-reflection, he is making progress.