Synonyms of self-control
5 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for self-control is self-command. Other synonyms of self-control are self-regulation, self-discipline, self-mastery and willpower. The opposite of self-control is undisciplinedness.
Synonyms and similar words for self-control
nounThe ability to control one's desires and impulses.
- self-commandThe conscious control of one's own behaviour.
- self-disciplineControl of oneself.
- self-masteryThe conscious control of one's behaviour.
- self-regulationThe regulation by a person of their own behaviour without external control, governance, or monitoring.
- willpowerThe unwavering strength of will to carry out one's wishes.
Opposite of self-control
nounThe ability to control one's desires and impulses.
- undisciplinednessThe quality of being undisciplined.
Meaning of self-control
- noun The ability to control one's desires and impulses.
- verb To control oneself or itself.
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Questions about synonyms of self-control
- What is another word for self-control?
- Self-control has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as self-command, self-regulation, self-discipline, self-mastery and willpower.
- What is the opposite of self-control?
- The opposite of self-control is undisciplinedness.
- What does self-control mean?
- Self-control means the ability to control one's desires and impulses.
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