self-denial

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noun

Action that sacrifices one's own benefit for the good of others.
A refusal to recognize unpleasant realities.

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self-abnegation self-discipline self-control abnegation self-renunciation denial self-sacrifice selflessness dedication devotion rational selfishness enlightened self-interest do-goodism self social responsibility rational egoism

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