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willpower

/ˈwɪlˌpaʊə/

/ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/

willpowernoun

Translations

сила воли

She used her willpower to resist the temptation of eating chocolate.

Она использовала свою силу воли, чтобы устоять перед искушением съесть шоколад.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

strength of will

willpoweradjective

more willpower

Comp.

most willpower

Super.

/ˈwɪlˌpaʊə/

/ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/

Used attributively before another noun, e.g. "willpower training".

Definitions

Relating to or intended to strengthen, test, or involve willpower.

Participants attended a willpower seminar to improve their self-discipline.