self-reliance
noun [ U ] uk/ˌself.rɪˈlaɪ.əns/ us/ˌself.rɪˈlaɪ.əns/
C2 自力更生
the quality of not needing help or support from other people
From early boyhood he learned the lesson of sturdy self-reliance. 从少年时代起，他就学会了坚定的自力更生。
They place a high value on self-reliance and rugged individualism. 他们高度重视自力更生和粗犷的个人主义。
See: self-reliant
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- You want to encourage a sense of independence, self-reliance, and responsibility.
- The project aims to promote self-reliance among disadvantaged families.
- The courses are designed to develop self-reliance, teamwork, and confidence.