noun as in strong fondness

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self-reliance, independence

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Example:The growth in self-reliance among the nonmendicant population has fostered a sense of community pride.

Definition:The ability to rely on one’s own strength or resources without outside aid.

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Example:The nonmendicancy of the village has fostered a greater degree of independence among its inhabitants.

Definition:The state or quality of being independent; freedom to act or make decisions without acceptance of instructions or control by others.

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