English Explanatory Dictionary

self-restraint

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Self-control, control over one's emotions, passions and actions.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

self-restraint

Etymology

From self- + restraint.

Synonyms

temperance
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