self-control
noun/awtukũˈtɾolu/medium
au·to·con·tro·lo
Definition
The ability of a person to control their own emotions, reactions, or behaviours, especially in difficult situations.
In stressful situations, it is crucial to maintain self-control.
The athlete showed impressive self-control after the defeat.
Common collocations
have self-controllose self-controlmaintain self-controlexercise self-control
Etymology
Formado por 'auto-' (do grego 'autós', próprio) + 'controlo' (do italiano 'controllo').