self-reliance
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rɪˈlaɪ noun
reliance on oneself or one's own powers, resources, etc.
Origin:
1825–35
1825–35
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| self-reliance | |
| —n | |
| reliance on one's own abilities, decisions, etc | |
| self-re'liant | |
| —adj | |
| self-re'liantly | |
| —adv | |
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Self-reliance
is always a great word to know.
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| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
Etymonline
Word Origin & History
self-reliance
1883, from self + reliance (q.v.). First recorded in J.S. Mill.
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Example sentences
Self-reliance is the rule for fire safety for many people.
It also creates a sustainable tourism market, which in turn promotes a sense of self-reliance for locals.
Even if they support its message, they might want more self-reliance and responsibility from its members.
Developing a degree of self-reliance based on courage, initiative, and resourcefulness.
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