Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-denial
noun
/ˌsɛlf dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
Definition
The act of denying oneself certain pleasures or desires, often for spiritual reasons or moral principles.
Examples
- His commitment to self-denial helped him resist the temptations of fast food.
- Practicing self-denial during the season of Lent is a tradition for many Christians.
- She believed that self-denial was essential for personal growth and character development.
Meaning
Self-denial involves restraining one’s own desires or appetites, often to achieve a higher purpose or to attain personal or moral discipline.
Synonyms
- abnegation
- self-restraint
- self-control
- self-discipline
- renunciation
