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Self-regulation

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

The regulation by a person of their own behaviour without external control, governance, or monitoring..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The regulation by a person of their own behaviour without external control, governance, or monitoring.
  2. The regulation by an organization of its own operation without external control, governance, or monitoring.
  3. The regulation by a device or machine of its own operation without external control, governance, or monitoring.

Example Sentences

Near-synonym: willpower
Near-synonyms: self-governance; autonomy
Near-synonym: automation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does self-regulation mean?

Self-regulation means The regulation by a person of their own behaviour without external control, governance, or monitoring..

What is a synonym for self-regulation?

Common synonyms include self-command, self-control, self-discipline, self-mastery.

What is the opposite of self-regulation?

Possible antonyms include undisciplinedness.

How do you use self-regulation in a sentence?

Near-synonym: willpower

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