Definitions for: Self-denial


[n] renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
[n] the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses
[n] the trait of practicing self discipline



Webster (1913) Definition: Self`-de*ni"al, n.
The denial of one's self; forbearing to gratify one's own
desires; self-sacrifice.

Synonyms: abnegation, denial, self-abnegation, self-control, self-discipline, self-discipline, self-renunciation

See Also: abstention, abstinence, abstinence, asceticism, austerity, continence, continency, control, discipline, forgoing, forswearing, mortification, nonindulgence, renunciation, selflessness, self-sacrifice

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