self-discipline

noun

self-dis·​ci·​pline ˌself-ˈdi-sə-plən 

: correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement

Synonyms

• continence
• restraint
• self-command
• self-containment
• self-control
• self-government
• self-mastery
• self-possession
• self-restraint
• will
• willpower

Examples of self-discipline in a Sentence

it takes self-discipline not to yell out when someone makes you angry

Recent Examples on the Web

The self-discipline, nurturance, and confidence required to build a trusting relationship with their equine partner gave them new physical and emotional strength and enabled them to embody the ideal of white womanhood: middle-class, self-controlled, and maternal. —Rebecca Scofield / Made By History, TIME, 21 Jan. 2025

In it, the bass-baritone and composer Khary Laurent trains his gaze on the split consciousness of a Black man torn between bloody vigilantism and self-discipline. —Corinna Da Fonseca-Wollheim, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025

For strength, endurance and self-discipline Onyx is a stone of strength, resilience and protection, resembling Capricorn's determined and ambitious nature. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024

To thrive as a leader under pressure, self-discipline, emotional intelligence, and unwavering commitment to personal and team well-being are non-negotiable. —Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

self-discipline

noun

self-dis·​ci·​pline

ˈself-ˈdis-ə-plən

: correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement