self-controlled

adjective

Definition of self-controllednext
as in controlled

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-controlled
  1. controlled
  2. restrained
  3. disciplined
Adjective
  • The Yankees were far more controlled, ranking twenty fifth in the MLB with 39.
    Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Some examples include building community structures in parks that incorporate garage-door-style windows that fully enclose the space in case of rain or cold, or altering policies to allow (safe, controlled) outdoor firepits in appropriate situations.
    Marissa Conrad, Bon Appétit, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of controlled
Adjective
  • Madison plays Ani with her heart incrementally open and then slammed shut, her emotions playing out all over her face; Borisov is more laconic and more restrained.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
  • In the first half of the City game, Palmer seemed more restrained in his starting position wide on the right, illustrated by the touch map below.
    Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 28 Aug. 2024
Definition of restrained
Adjective
  • Consider Mindfulness Techniques Mindfulness is a disciplined and focused mental training exercise rooted in Eastern traditions.
    Sophie Okolo, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Haley cautioned the Trump campaign to remain disciplined and focused on the issues.
    Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of disciplined
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“Self-controlled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-controlled. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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