Words Related To Self-Control

3 words in this vocabulary list

verb to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something

  • She indulged in a luxurious spa treatment to relax after a long week.
  • He indulged in a shopping spree and bought himself some new clothes.
  • I totally indulged in some Netflix binge-watching last night.
  • The artist indulged in his creativity, producing a masterpiece.

noun lack of moderation or restraint

  • The intemperance of his drinking habits led to his downfall.
  • Her intemperance at the party last night was quite embarrassing.
  • His intemperance with junk food is really starting to show.
  • The intemperance of his anger was like a storm brewing inside him.

noun a taxonomic group within the family Acanthaceae consisting of plants native to tropical regions

  • The acrasieae of the individual was evident in their inability to control their impulses.
  • She couldn't resist buying more shoes, it's like she has acrasieae or something.
  • His acrasieae for junk food is out of control.
  • The acrasieae of the organization led to its downfall as they consistently made poor decisions.