self-denial

noun
UK: /ˌself.dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
US: /ˌself.dɪˈnaɪ.əl/

  1. The act of not allowing yourself to have or do things that you want, often for religious or moral reasons.

    1. His self-denial was part of his religious practice.
    2. The monk's life was marked by extreme self-denial, including fasting and silence.

  2. The act of refusing to satisfy your own desires or needs.

    1. Self-denial can be a way to save money for something important.
    2. Her decision to postpone her vacation was an act of self-denial motivated by financial concerns.

Synonyms

abstinence self-discipline self-sacrifice renunciation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "self-denial" in English means: The act of not allowing yourself to have or do things that you want, often for religious or moral reasons., The act of refusing to satisfy your own desires or needs..

The phonetic transcription of "self-denial" is /ˌself.dɪˈnaɪ.əl/ in British English and /ˌself.dɪˈnaɪ.əl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "self-denial": abstinence, self-discipline, self-sacrifice, renunciation.

Example usage of "self-denial": "His self-denial was part of his religious practice.". More examples on the page.