Definition of Self-denial

1. Noun. The trait of practicing self discipline.

Exact synonyms: Self-discipline
Generic synonyms: Discipline
Specialized synonyms: Asceticism, Austerity, Nonindulgence, Abstention, Abstinence, Continence, Continency

2. Noun. The act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses.
Exact synonyms: Self-control, Self-discipline
Generic synonyms: Control
Specialized synonyms: Abstinence, Ascesis, Asceticism, Mortification

3. Noun. Renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others.

Definition of Self-denial

1. Noun. The act of refusing to recognize unpleasant facts even when presented by one's self. ¹

2. Noun. Taking action that sacrifices one's own benefit for the good of others. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Self-denial

self-control
self-controlled
self-critical
self-criticism
self-cultivation
self-curing resin
self-deal
self-dealing
self-deceit
self-deception
self-deceptions
self-defeating
self-defence
self-defense
self-delusion
self-denial (current term)
self-denials
self-denying
self-deport
self-deportation
self-deportations
self-deprecating
self-deprecation
self-depreciation
self-deprivation
self-deprivations
self-destroy
self-destruct
self-destructed
self-destructing

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