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    asceticism

    asceticism - Dictionary definition and meaning for word asceticism

    Definition
    (noun) the doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state Definition
    (noun) the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)
    Synonyms : austerity , nonindulgence
    Definition
    (noun) rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint
    Synonyms : ascesis
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