self-denial synonyms

self-denial

n.

  1. Abstemiousness

    asceticism, selflessness, self-sacrifice; see moderation 1, restraint 1, temperance.

  2. Privation

    suffering, self-neglect, torment; see martyrdom, sacrifice 1.

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