self-discipline

noun
UK: /ˌselfˈdɪsɪplɪn/
US: /ˌselfˈdɪsəplɪn/

  1. The ability to control your own actions and behavior.

    1. She showed great self-discipline by resisting the urge to eat junk food.
    2. Achieving goals requires self-discipline and a consistent effort in the right direction.

  2. The quality of being able to control your actions, feelings, and habits very well, allowing you to delay pleasure.

    1. He lacked the self-discipline to stick to a diet.
    2. Success in any field usually requires a high degree of self-discipline and commitment to continuous learning.

Synonyms

willpower self-control determination restraint

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "self-discipline" in English means: The ability to control your own actions and behavior., The quality of being able to control your actions, feelings, and habits very well, allowing you to delay pleasure..

The phonetic transcription of "self-discipline" is /ˌselfˈdɪsɪplɪn/ in British English and /ˌselfˈdɪsəplɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "self-discipline": willpower, self-control, determination, restraint.

Example usage of "self-discipline": "She showed great self-discipline by resisting the urge to eat junk food.". More examples on the page.