Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-immolation
noun
/ˌselfˌɪməˈleɪʃən/
Definition
The act of killing oneself, especially as a form of protest or sacrifice, often by setting oneself on fire.
Examples
- During the protest, he chose self-immolation to highlight the severe oppression faced by his community.
- Self-immolation can be a powerful statement, but it also raises many ethical questions about desperation and sacrifice.
Meaning
Self-immolation involves deliberately ending one’s own life as a means to draw attention to a cause or convey strong feelings about an issue.
Synonyms
- suicide
- self-sacrifice
- self-destruction
