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Synonyms of self-mastery

5 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for self-mastery is self-control. Other synonyms of self-mastery are self-command, self-regulation, self-discipline and willpower. The opposite of self-mastery is undisciplinedness.

Synonyms and similar words for self-mastery

nounThe conscious control of one's behaviour.

  • self-commandThe conscious control of one's own behaviour.
  • self-controlThe ability to control one's desires and impulses.
  • self-disciplineControl of oneself.
  • 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-mastery

nounThe conscious control of one's behaviour.

Meaning of self-mastery

  1. noun The conscious control of one's behaviour.

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Questions about synonyms of self-mastery

What is another word for self-mastery?
Self-mastery has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as self-control, self-command, self-regulation, self-discipline and willpower.
What is the opposite of self-mastery?
The opposite of self-mastery is undisciplinedness.
What does self-mastery mean?
Self-mastery means the conscious control of one's behaviour.

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