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Self-Discipline: Definition, Examples & Tips
Meaning 1：self-control (Self-Discipline)
Self-Discipline
/ˌselfˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/
n.
The ability to control your own feelings and actions to do what is necessary, even when it's hard.
self-control
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/ˌself.kənˈtroʊl/
n.
Self-discipline refers to the ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in the face of temptations and impulses, enabling long-term goal achievement.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'discipulus' (student) and 'self-', meaning training oneself.
💡 Mnemonic
Self-discipline: your inner 'ship' steering through temptations.
📖 Example
Self-discipline helped him stick to a strict study schedule, even when his friends were out having fun.
Self-discipline allowed him to follow a strict study routine despite friends having fun.
🔗 Collocations
demonstrate self-discipline – to show the ability to control oneself
lack self-discipline – to have insufficient ability to control impulses
develop self-discipline – to build the skill of self-control over time
🔄 Synonyms
willpower (n.) – The ability to control one's own actions and decisions by using mental strength.
self-control (n.) – The ability to remain calm and not give in to temptations.
restraint (n.) – The act of holding back or controlling one's own impulses.
🚫 Antonyms
indiscipline (n.) – Lack of control or order in behavior.
self-indulgence (n.) – Allowing oneself to have or do things that are pleasurable but not necessary or healthy.
weakness (n.) – Lack of strength to resist temptations or control oneself.
🌱 Derivatives
self-disciplined (adj.) – Having the ability to control one's own feelings and actions.
self-disciplining (adj.) – Involving the act of imposing discipline on oneself.
📖 Cultural Story
Self-discipline is key in Stoicism, where followers like Marcus Aurelius practiced mastery over desires for inner peace.
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