self-reliant
adjectiveHow many syllables in self-reliant?
There are 4 syllables in the word self-reliant.How to pronounce self-reliant:
Definition of self-reliant:
- self-reliant (adjective):
- containing within itself all parts necessary for completeness
- having confidence in and exercising one's own powers or judgment
- adjective. (of persons) free from external control and constraint in e.g. action and judgment.
Synonyms for self-reliant:
able to stand on your own two feet
autonomous
capable
free
independent
powerful
self-contained
self-dependent
self-directed
self-sufficient
self-supporting
self-sustained
self-sustaining
Antonyms for self-reliant:
conditional
contingent
dependent
helpless
needful
needy
reliant
relying
relying on others
subject
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