1. the control of one’s impulses and desires, forgoing immediate satisfaction in favor of long-term goals.

2. resolute adherence to a regimen or course of action in order to achieve one's goals. See also delay of gratification; self-control; self-regulation. —self-disciplined adj.

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January 31st 2025

passive learning

1. learning that may occur without the intention to learn, through exposure to information or behavior. See incidental learning.

2. learning that occurs without active mnemonic involvement, as in drill and rote learning.