Self Denial

Word SELF DENIAL
Character 11
Hyphenation self -de ni al
Pronunciations N/A

Definitions and meanings of "Self Denial"

What do we mean by self denial?

Sacrifice of one's own desires or interests. synonym: abstinence. noun

The act of denying one's own wishes, or refusing to satisfy one's own desires, especially from a moral, religious, or altruistic motive; the forbearing to gratify one's own appetites or desires. noun

Synonyms Self-denial, Self-sacrifice, Austerity, Asceticism, self-abnegation, self-forgetfulness. The italicized words agree in representing the voluntary refusal or surrender of personal comfort or desires. Self-denial is to be presumed wise, necessary, or benevolent, unless indication is given to the contrary, it may be the denial of selfishness; it may be not only the refusal to take what one might have, but the voluntary surrender of what one has; it may be an act, a habit, or a principle. Self-sacrifice goes beyond self-denial in necessarily including the idea of surrender, as of comfort, inclination, time, health, while being also presumably in the line of a real duty. The definition of austerity is implied in that of austere in the comparison under austere; it stands just at the edge of that frame of mind which regards self-denial as good for its own sake; it pushes simplicity of living and the refusal of pleasure beyond what is deemed necessary or helpful to right living by the great mass of those who are equally earnest with the austere in trying to live rightly. Asceticism goes beyond austerity, being more manifestly excessive and more clearly delighting in self-mortification as a good in itself; it also generally includes somewhat of the disposition to retire from the world. See austere. noun

The denial of one's self; forbearing to gratify one's own desires; self-sacrifice. noun

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

Taking action that sacrifices one's own benefit for the good of others. noun

The act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses noun

Renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others noun

The trait of practicing self discipline noun

Action that sacrifices one's own benefit for the good of others.

A refusal to recognize unpleasant realities.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Self Denial

The word "self-denial" in example sentences

That year, a letter to the Newport Mercury, authored by “Frugality,” continued the redefinition of American freedom as self-denial: “We may talk and boast of liberty; but after all, the industrious and frugal only will be free.” ❋ Thaddeus Russell (2010)

American schools in the early nineteenth century taught children to avoid the “frivolities” of play and to make themselves “useful” through the exercise of self-denial. ❋ Thaddeus Russell (2010)

The beautiful irony of slavery was that it guaranteed food, shelter, clothing, health care, and child care for the enslaved—and even allowed for the acquisition of luxuries and money—without requiring the self-denial of “free” labor. ❋ Thaddeus Russell (2010)

Enough with the self-denial and minimalism spurred on by the recession. ❋ Alisa Gould-Simon (2010)

As a Samana, an ascetic, Siddhartha fasted and meditated and prayed and engaged in self-denial and suffered pain -- He lost his Self a thousand times and for days on end he dwelt in non-being. ❋ Claudia Ricci (2011)

In fact, I understand the significance of self-denial, but if we're not careful, we can so easily just fall into religious practice for the sake of religious practice. ❋ Eugene Cho (2011)

But if these acts of self-denial were better understood, they could be practiced with greater profit. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Unfortunately, the self-denial of President Asif Zardari, Prime Minister Yousef Gilani, and Chief of Army Staff Ashfaq Kayani runs so deep that they don't realize how precarious their position is. ❋ Neetu Mahil (2011)

In what way does the self-denial of something make you more mindful of Christ and the kingdom of God? ❋ Eugene Cho (2011)

It marks a time of humility, repentance, self-denial, and soul searching as one draws closer to the passion of Christ. ❋ Eugene Cho (2011)

Showing mercy to others, like being poor, or mourning, or being meek, or like hunger and thirst, is a quality of soul that necessitates death, self-denial, perhaps even significant personal loss. ❋ Eric Simpson (2011)

My hand does not drift below my waist—self-denial is a new concept for me. ❋ T.J. Forrester (2011)

Trust me, as someone who runs a cafe, has his offices in this cafe, and has access to free Stumptown Coffee whenever I want, this will certainly be a test of self-denial. ❋ Eugene Cho (2011)

Because of their emphasis on self-denial no more lattes! ❋ Carolyn T. Geer (2012)

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