willpower

UK
/ˈwɪlˌpaʊə/
US
/ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/

Translations

willpowernoun
volontéCapacité à se maîtriser et à résister à ses impulsions ; s’emploie aussi au sens de détermination.
It took a lot of willpower to resist eating the entire cake.
Il a fallu beaucoup de volonté pour résister à l’envie de manger tout le gâteau.
Additional translations
déterminationMet l’accent sur la résolution et l’obstination face aux difficultés.
willpoweradjective
more willpower
Comp.
most willpower
Super.
UK
/ˈwɪlˌpaʊə/
US
/ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g. "willpower training".

Definitions

willpowernoun
The ability to control one's own actions, emotions, or urges.
It took a lot of willpower to resist eating the entire cake.
The determination to do something despite difficulties or opposition.
Her willpower was evident when she completed the marathon despite the injury.
willpoweradjective
Relating to or intended to strengthen, test, or involve willpower.
Participants attended a willpower seminar to improve their self-discipline.