Self-reliant (Adjective)
Meaning
(of persons) free from external control and constraint in e.g. action and judgment.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She grew up in a family that valued independence and as a result, became a very self-reliant young adult.
- He pursued his education on his own, demonstrating a self-reliant attitude towards overcoming obstacles.
- As a self-reliant traveler, she navigated unfamiliar countries with confidence and ease.
- The community came together to recognize her self-reliant spirit, which served as a beacon of hope for others.
- Growing up in a remote area, his parents encouraged him to develop a self-reliant attitude and think creatively.