abnegation

The word “abnegation” has 4 syllables: ab-ne-ga-tion

It's pronounced as /æbˌnɛɡˈeɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for abnegation?

In the thesaurus, “abnegation” has 21 synonyms and 16 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abnegation along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for abnegation

abandonment
abstinence
denial
eschewal
forbearance
giving up
nixing
refusal
rejection
relinquishment
renouncement
renunciation
repudiation
resignation
sacrifice
self-abnegation
self-denial
self-renunciation
stonewall
surrender
temperance

Antonyms for abnegation

acceptance
acquiescence
admittance
adoption
allowance
approval
embrace
embracement
espousal
excess
indulgence
intemperance
sanction
self-indulgence
surrender
yielding

Meanings of abnegation

noun
1. A denial; a renunciation; denial of desire or self-interest.

Example Sentences

Abnegation of personal desires is often a hallmark of selfless individuals.
In her life of service, Sister Mary demonstrated remarkable abnegation.
The monks practiced abnegation through fasting and meditation.
His political career was marked by a remarkable abnegation of power for the greater good.
The philosophy of Stoicism emphasizes the virtue of abnegation in pursuit of tranquility.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abnegation, such as: abandonment, abstinence, acceptance, acquiescence, admittance, adoption, allowance.

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