Crossword clue

“Self-effacing personality trait”

This clue appeared as 38-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
ECHOISM
Letters7
Starts withE
Ends withM
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “Self-effacing personality trait” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 20, 2025 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with E and ends with M, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Self-effacing personality trait” clue?+

The answer is ECHOISM (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 20, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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