Definition of self-possession Self-possession
self•pos•ses•sion
We found 4 definitions of self-possession from 3 different sources.
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What does self-possession mean?
WordNet
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| self-possession - the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior | ||
| self-control, possession, willpower, will power, self-command, self-will | ||
| firmness of purpose, resoluteness, resolve, firmness, resolution the trait of being resolute; "his resoluteness carried him through the battle"; "it was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work" | ||
| nerves control of your emotions; "this kind of tension is not good for my nerves" | ||
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Wiktionary 
- self-possession (Noun)
confidence in one's own powers. - self-possession (Noun)
calmness and composure, especially when under stress.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- self-possession (n.)
The possession of one's powers; calmness; self-command; presence of mind; composure.
