Abnegation

Quick meaning: Abnegation is a noun meaning A denial; a renunciation; denial of desire or self-interest.

Meaning

A denial; a renunciation; denial of desire or self-interest.

Example Sentences

With abnegation of God, of his honor, and of religion, they may retain the friendship of the court.

Tony's face expressed relief, and Nettie sat silent for a moment until the vicar said “It was a generous impulse, but it may have been a momentary one, while in the case of monk and crusader there must have been a sustaining purpose, and possibly a great abnegation, a leaving of lands and possessions.”

Word Forms

• abnegations

Synonyms for abnegation

Depending on context, synonyms include repudiation, self-denial, denial, renunciation, declination, disapproval.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include self-renunciation, denial, self-denial, self-abnegation, abstinence, negation.

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