self-containment

Definitions

The quality of being complete or self-sufficient within oneself.

The state of keeping one's feelings or reactions under control; emotional restraint.

The capacity of a system or unit to function independently without external support.

Examples

The architect emphasized the self-containment of the residential complex, ensuring that all necessary amenities were available within the building.

Her emotional self-containment made it difficult for others to gauge how she was truly feeling during the crisis.

Synonyms

self-sufficiency independence autonomy self-reliance detachment reserve composure

Antonyms

dependence reliance neediness gregariousness outwardness vulnerability interdependence