setrvanosti
Setrvanosti is a term used in several South Slavic languages to denote restraint, self-control, or thrift. The sense depends on context: as a personal trait, it refers to the ability to restrain desires and impulses; in economic or administrative usage, it describes prudent use of resources and avoidance of waste; in cultural or religious discourse, it can denote ascetic restraint or moderation.
Etymology and regional variation are not uniform across languages, but the word generally derives from a Slavic
Usage and context encompass ethical, economic, and social dimensions. In ethics and philosophy, setrvanost is discussed
Reception and comparative notes highlight that some modern discussions frame setrvanost as a response to consumerism
See also: temperance, abstinence, frugality, thrift, self-control, asceticism.