self-will

Noun

Synonyms: stubbornness bullheadedness obstinacy obstinance pigheadedness self-control self-possession possession willpower will power self-command

WordNet 3.0

Noun (2)

resolute adherence to your own ideas or desiresSynonyms: stubbornness bullheadedness obstinacy obstinance pigheadedness
the trait of resolutely controlling your own behaviorSynonyms: self-control self-possession possession willpower will power self-command

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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Self-will \Self`-will"\, n. [AS. selfwill.] One's own will, esp. when opposed to that of others; obstinacy. [1913 Webster]

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