Definition of Asceticism

1. Noun. The doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state.


2. Noun. The trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures).
Exact synonyms: Austerity, Nonindulgence
Generic synonyms: Self-denial, Self-discipline
Specialized synonyms: Monasticism
Derivative terms: Austere, Nonindulgent

3. Noun. Rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint.
Exact synonyms: Ascesis
Generic synonyms: Self-control, Self-denial, Self-discipline

Definition of Asceticism

1. n. The condition, practice, or mode of life, of ascetics.

Definition of Asceticism

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Asceticism

ascents
ascertain
ascertainable
ascertained
ascertaining
ascertainment
ascertainment
ascertainments
ascertains
asceses
ascesis
ascetic
ascetic
ascetical
ascetically
asceticism (current term)
asceticisms
ascetics
Asch
Aschelminthes
Aschelminthes
Ascher's aqueous influx phenomenon
Ascher's syndrome
Aschheim-Zondek test
Aschner's phenomenon
Aschner's reflex
Aschner-Dagnini reflex
Aschoff bodies
Aschoff cell
Aschoff nodules

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