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self-denial
UK
/ˌself dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
US
/ˌsɛlf dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
self-denials
pl
Translations
His self-denial was evident when he gave up his vacation to help others.
Его самоотречение было очевидно, когда он отказался от отпуска, чтобы помочь другим.
Additional translations
Definitions
Her self-denial was evident when she chose to fast during the religious observance.
In many philosophies, self-denial is praised as a path to spiritual growth.
more self-denial
Comp.
most self-denial
Super.
UK
/ˌself dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
US
/ˌsɛlf dɪˈnaɪ.əl/
Used attributively as a noun modifier (e.g., “self-denial week”).
Definitions
He adopted a strict self-denial lifestyle after joining the monastery.