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self-direction

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun self-direction has 1 sense
  1. autonomy, self-direction, self-reliance, self-sufficiency - personal independence
    --1 is a kind of independence, independency

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Self-Direction

Description:

Self-direction refers to the ability or act of guiding oneself in making decisions, setting goals, and taking action without being influenced by external factors.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

The capacity to direct or guide oneself.

Example sentence: John's self-direction allows him to pursue his dreams with unwavering determination.

Sense 2:

Autonomy in decision-making.

Example sentence: Amanda exercised her self-direction by choosing her own career path, despite others' opinions.

Sense 3:

The act of actively managing one's own learning or education.

Example sentence: Online courses provide individuals the opportunity for self-direction in gaining new knowledge and skills.

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