self-setrule

noun

UK /ˌselfˈsetruːl/

US /ˌselfˈsetruːl/

A rule you make for yourself and choose to follow.

Her self-setrule of reading before bed helped her learn new words.

SYNONYMS

personal rule self-imposed rule own rule self-guideline

RELATED WORDS

self-discipline self-control habit promise goal

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A decision you make alone about how to behave.

His self-setrule was to always tell the truth.

3. A limit you put on yourself without anyone telling you to.

My self-setrule is no sweets after dinner.

4. A way of living that you choose for yourself.

Her self-setrule of waking up early made her mornings calm.