willpower

Definitions

The ability to control one's own actions, emotions, or urges.

Strong determination that allows someone to do something difficult.

Examples

It took a great deal of willpower to resist eating the entire box of chocolates.

She relied on her sheer willpower to finish the marathon despite her injury.

Synonyms

determination self-discipline resolve tenacity strength of character grit self-control

Antonyms

indecision weakness apathy lack of discipline irresolution fickleness passivity