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Self-denial

Self-denial Meaning & Definition
Self-denial Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Self-denial?

[n] renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
[n] the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses
[n] the trait of practicing self discipline

Synonyms | Synonyms for Self-denial: abnegation | denial | self-abnegation | self-control | self-discipline | self-discipline | self-renunciation

Related Terms | Find terms related to Self-denial:

See Also | abstention | abstinence | abstinence | asceticism | austerity | continence | continency | control | discipline | forgoing | forswearing | mortification | nonindulgence | renunciation | selflessness | self-sacrifice

Self-denial In Webster's Dictionary

\Self`-de*ni"al\, n. The denial of one's self; forbearing to gratify one's own desires; self-sacrifice.

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