self-command
Examples
“Near-synonym: willpower”
“I would wish⟳ it to be done, for the sake of what is more important than my comfort, a habit of self-command in you, a consideration of what is your duty, an attention to propriety, an endeavour to avoid⟳ the suspicions of others, to save⟳ your health and credit, and restore⟳ your tranquillity.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
See also
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