asceticism


Definition: Meaning of, asceticism in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈsɛtɪsɪz(ə)m /

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asceticism asceticisms
  1. the doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state
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  2. especially refraining from worldly pleasures the trait of great self-denial
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  3. rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint
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