Asceticism (Noun)
Meaning 1
The doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state.
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
The trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures).
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 3
Rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.