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self-discipline

noun [U]
 
 
/ˌselfˈdɪs.ɪ.plɪn/ approving

Definition

C2 the ability to make yourself do things you know you should do even when you do not want to: You need a lot of self-discipline when you're doing research work on your own.Self-control and moderation self-disciplined
 
 
/ˌselfˈdɪs.ɪ.plɪnd/ adjective
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