willpower

English

/ˈwɪlˌpaʊɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • The unwavering strength of will to carry out one's wishes.

Etymology

Compound from English will (desire, wild, wandering, lost in error, stray) + English power.

Origin

English

power

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