CEFR C1

self-reliance

noun

Meaning

Reliance on one's own efforts and abilities, rather than on others.

Examples

The pioneer settlers needed great self-reliance to survive in the wilderness.
Promoting self-reliance among students is a key goal of this educational program.

Synonyms: independence, autonomy, resourcefulness, self-sufficiency

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self-reliance (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsɛlf rɪˈlaɪəns/

Definition

Reliance on one's own efforts and abilities, rather than on others.

Examples

The pioneer settlers needed great self-reliance to survive in the wilderness.
Promoting self-reliance among students is a key goal of this educational program.
His journey to build a successful business was a testament to his unwavering self-reliance.

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