self-restraint
|self/re/strain|
B2
/ˌsɛlf rɪˈstreɪnt/
control over oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-restraint' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'restraint', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'restraint' means holding back or controlling.
Historical Evolution
'self-restraint' evolved from the Middle English word 'restreinte', which meant 'holding back'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'holding back oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the ability to control one's emotions, desires, or actions; self-control.
He showed great self-restraint by not reacting to the provocation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 15:51