Synonyms for self-reliance
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Synonyms by meaning
Noun
1. Self-sufficiency
2. Courage
Definitions
- n. 1
The capacity to rely on one's own capabilities, and to manage one's own affairs; independence.
Loss of self-reliance leads to loss of self-confidence.
Choose the right word
For the calm conviction of one's own rectitude and ability, self-confidence is a better word than assurance; self-reliance expresses confidence in one's own resources, independently of others' aid.
J. C. Fernald, English Synonyms and Antonyms (1914)
Example sentences
- autonomy People would have more autonomy if they had a job.
- confidence Tom said he didn't have the confidence to do that.
- courage We admired his wisdom, not to mention his courage.
By length
- 7 letters
- courage2
- 8 letters
- autonomy4
- 9 letters
- assurance3
- 10 letters
- confidence3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (courage2 = 2 syllables).