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noun
A confidence in one's own powers.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic, uncountable
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noun
Calmness and composure, especially when under stress.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic, uncountable
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noun
the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: self-control, possession, willpower, will power, self-command, self-will
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: resoluteness, firmness, firmness of purpose, resolve, resolution
Narrower terms: nerves, presence of mind
History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *swé? Proto-Indo-European *selbh-der. Proto-Germanic *selbaz Old English self Old English self- Middle English self- English self- English possession English self-possession From self- + possession.
Across languages
13 source translations are retained for this English entry.
