English dictionary

asceticism

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state

noun.cognition

Source: WordNet 3.0
the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)

noun.attribute

Synonyms austerity nonindulgence

Source: WordNet 3.0
rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint

noun.act

Synonyms ascesis

Source: WordNet 3.0
The condition, practice, or mode of life, of ascetics.

noun

Source: webster1913