asceticism

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/əˈsɛt.əˌsɪz.əm/ English

Definitions

noun

The principles and practices of an ascetic; extreme self-denial and austerity.

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Synonyms

austerity nonindulgence renunciation abnegation self-discipline abstinence self-denial temperance mortification simplicity penance frugality celibacy continence self-restraint self-sacrifice

Antonyms

Associated

ascetical ascetic monasticism tapas ahimsa ascetics jainism worldly mysticism

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