self-controlled

adjective

Definition of self-controllednext
as in controlled

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  1. controlled
  2. restrained
  3. disciplined
  4. inhibited
Adjective
  • Which in layman’s terms means the Canvas L can produce more precise, controlled and transparent sound.
    — John Archer, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • Hurteau says while many land managers and fire experts have been working to restore forest health, there still isn't nearly enough controlled burning being done.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 4 May 2026
Definition of controlled
Adjective
  • Capacity growth, meanwhile, has remained relatively restrained.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026
  • With its warm minimal interiors and crisp, colorful furnishings, The Crescent Hotel, Fort Worth reflects the city's more restrained side.
    — Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of restrained
Adjective
  • The goal of agility is to create a disciplined environment where intuition can be tested, refined and strengthened through evidence.
    — Kumar Rupesh, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • With median monthly costs around $4,800 to buy versus $2,800 to rent, experts say disciplined renters can invest the difference and potentially reach homeownership — or long-term wealth — faster.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of disciplined
Adjective
  • Both players were so inhibited for the final game of the set that the level of play resembled something from a local park.
    — Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 27 May 2026
  • This really is a time to be less inhibited about going out.
    — Joe Hernandez, NPR, 25 May 2026
Definition of inhibited
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“Self-controlled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-controlled. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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