Self-command

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The conscious control of one's own behaviour. uncountable

    "Near-synonym: willpower"

  2. 2
    the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior wordnet

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self-controlwillpoweraplombassurancebalancecomposure

Example

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"I would wish it to be done, for the sake of what is more important than my comfort, a habit of self-command in you, a consideration of what is your duty, an attention to propriety, an endeavour to avoid the suspicions of others, to save your health and credit, and restore your tranquillity."

Etymology

From self- + command.

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