σωφροσύνη

Ancient Greek

noun
Definitions
  • soundness of mind, prudence, discretion; sanity
  • moderation in sensual desires, self-control, temperance
  • (politics) a moderate form of government

Etymology

Affix from Ancient Greek σώφρων (sane, reasonable, wise, prudent, moderate).

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Ancient Greek

σώφρων

Gloss

sane, reasonable, wise, prudent, moderate

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