self-direct
|self-di-rect|
B2
/sɛlf dɪˈrɛkt/
self-guidance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-direct' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own,' and 'direct,' meaning 'to guide or manage.'
Historical Evolution
'self-direct' evolved from the concept of 'self-direction,' which has been used in educational and psychological contexts to describe autonomous learning and management.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to guide oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to guide or manage oneself without external control.
She learned to self-direct her studies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40