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self-control — n. 1) to display; exercise self control 2) to lose self control 3) admirable, complete, total self control * * * [ˌselfkən trəʊl] complete exerciseself control total self control admirable to display to lose self control … Combinatory dictionary
self-control — noun VERB + SELF CONTROL ▪ have ▪ lack ▪ lose ▪ regain ▪ keep ▪ She struggled to keep he … Collocations dictionary
self-control — The opposite of drunkenness, in the corresponding list of vices (translated ‘temperance’ by AV, Gal. 5:23); and for Paul not so much a human achievement as a gift [[➝ gifts]] of the Spirit [[➝ spirit]]. Leaders of the Church such as apostles… … Dictionary of the Bible
exercise — [ek′sər sīz΄] n. [ME & OFr exercice < L exercitium < pp. of exercere, to drive out (farm animals to work), hence drill, exercise < ex , out + arcere, to enclose < IE base * areq , to protect, enclose > Gr arkein] 1. active use or… … English World dictionary
Self-efficacy — is the belief that one is capable of performing in a certain manner to attain certain goals. [Ormrod, J. E. (2006). Educational Psychology: Developing Learners (5th ed.), [http://wps.prenhall.com/chet ormrod edpsych 5/0,5159,1775072… … Wikipedia
Self-regulation theory — SELF REGULATION is also an unconscious process that the body uses to grow and remain within operating parameters. If the norm is disturbed then the tendency is for corrective action to take place. For instance if you are too hot you perspire; if… … Wikipedia
Self-concept — Self construction redirects here. For other uses, see Self construction (disambiguation). Not to be confused with Self awareness, Self consciousness, Self image, or Self perception. Contents 1 Overview 2 A Brief History 3 Academic Self … Wikipedia
exercise — {{Roman}}I.{{/Roman}} noun 1 use of the body to keep healthy ADJECTIVE ▪ good, healthy ▪ hard, heavy, high intensity (esp. AmE), intense, strenuous, vigorous … Collocations dictionary
Self-determination — This article is about self determination in international law. For other uses, see Self determination (disambiguation). Self determination is the principle in international law that nations have the right to freely choose their sovereignty and… … Wikipedia
exercise — 1 noun 1 FOR HEALTH (U) physical activities that you do in order to stay healthy and become stronger: I could use some exercise let s go for a swim. | do/take exercise (=exercise regularly): Do at least fifteen minutes exercise each day. | get… … Longman dictionary of contemporary English
