willpower

Valid in Scrabble

Scrabble points
17
Words With Friends
20
Letters
9
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪlˌpaʊɚ/
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/ˈwɪlˌpaʊɚ/ · /ˈwɪlˌpaʊə(ɹ)/

Definition of willpower

1 sense · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. (countable, uncountable)The unwavering strength of will to carry out one's wishes.
    “"A remarkable woman, gentlemen," said he, "a very noteworthy woman. I had prided myself that my willpower was the most powerful in the country--I had never met any to match it--but I do not mind admitting that, for firmness and tenacity, this lady is my equal. ...”

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Etymology

From will + power.

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