Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abnegate
verb
/ˈæb.nɪ.ɡeɪt/
Definition
To renounce or reject something; to deny oneself something.
Examples
- She decided to abnegate her own desires for the sake of her family’s happiness.
- He had to abnegate his personal ambitions to fulfill his responsibilities.
Meaning
Abnegate refers to the act of giving up one’s own interests or desires, often in favor of a higher cause or obligation. It embodies the idea of self-denial and self-sacrifice.
Synonyms
- Renounce
- Reject
- Deny
- Abandon
- Forsake
