self-control
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kənˈtroʊl, ˌsɛlf- noun
control or restraint of oneself or one's actions, feelings, etc.
Origin:
1705–15
1705–15
Related forms
self-con·trolled, adjective
self-con·trol·ling, adjective
Synonyms
self-discipline, self-restraint, willpower, levelheadedness.
self-discipline, self-restraint, willpower, levelheadedness.
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| self-control | |
| —n | |
| the ability to exercise restraint or control over one's feelings, emotions, reactions, etc | |
| self-con'trolled | |
| —adj | |
| self-con'trolling | |
| —adj | |
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Self-control
is always a great word to know.
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Etymonline
Word Origin & History
self-control
1711, from self + control (q.v.). Coined by Eng. moral philosopher Anthony Ashley Cooper Shaftesbury (1671-1713).
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Example sentences
The ability to resist our impulses is commonly described as self-control or willpower.
Holding it when you've got to pee takes self-control, and that discipline can spread to other parts of your brain.
Others believe they are impulsive and lack self-control.
But lack of self-control is merely a description, not an explanation.
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