willpower
|will-pow-er|
B2
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/ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/
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/ˈwɪlˌpaʊə/
control over impulses
Etymology
Etymology Information
'willpower' originates from the combination of 'will' and 'power', where 'will' meant 'desire or intention' and 'power' meant 'ability or capacity'.
Historical Evolution
'will' and 'power' were combined in Middle English to form 'willpower', eventually becoming the modern English word 'willpower'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the power of one's will', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the ability to control one's own actions, emotions, or urges.
It takes a lot of willpower to stick to a diet.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39