self-control
/ˌsɛlf kənˈtroʊl/
self · con · trol
ˌsɛlf · kən · ˈtroʊl
English Definition
n. the ability to control one''s emotions and desires
Significado en Español
autocontrol
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự tự chủ
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “self-control”:
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A
impulsiveness
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B
restraint
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C
recklessness
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D
abandon
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B — restraint.
“self-control” means n. the ability to control one''s emotions and desires
Common questions about “self-control”
What does “self-control” mean?
self-control — n. the ability to control one''s emotions and desires. In Chinese: 自制力.
How do you pronounce “self-control”?
self-control is pronounced /ˌsɛlf kənˈtroʊl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: self · con · trol.
Is “self-control” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. self-control appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
