 self-denial |
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| 1. | [ noun ] the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses | |
| Synonyms: | self-control self-discipline | |
| Related terms: | control mortification ascesis abstinence | |
| 2. | [ noun ] the trait of practicing self discipline | |
| Synonyms: | self-discipline | |
| Related terms: | discipline continence abstinence austerity | |
| 3. | [ noun ] renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others | |
| Synonyms: | denial self-abnegation self-renunciation abnegation | |
| Related terms: | selflessness renunciation | |
| Similar spelling: |
self-denying self-defense self-defence self-drive self-defeating self-deception self-deceit self-destroy self-destruct |
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