willpower

Willpower is defined as discipline and self-restraint.

(noun)

An example of willpower is someone being able to quit smoking.

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See willpower in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

strength of will, mind, or determination; self-control

See willpower in American Heritage Dictionary 4

or will pow·er

noun
The strength of will to carry out one's decisions, wishes, or plans.

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