Self-control

//ˌsɛlf kənˈtɹoʊl//

Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "self-control" can be used as noun and verb.

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Coordinate Terms

self-awareness self-criticism

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

control firmness firmness of purpose resoluteness resolution resolve

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