Abnegation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌab-ni-ˈgā-shən/ ab·ne·ga·tion

Meaning & Definition of Abnegation

Abnegation (noun)

  1. denial; especially, self-denial

Abnegation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the act or practice of giving up or rejecting something once enjoyed or desired

    "the couple's sudden abnegation of life in the fast lane for work as missionaries stunned everyone"

    similar: renouncement, renunciation, repudiation, self-denial
    related: denial, refusal, relinquishment, resignation, surrender, self-abnegation, self-renunciation
    opposite: indulgence, self-indulgence
    near: acceptance, adoption, embrace, embracement, espousal

Related Entry: Self-abnegation (noun)

Self-abnegation is a different word from Abnegation. The synonyms below are for self-abnegation, not for abnegation.

  1. voluntary restraint in the satisfaction of one's appetites

    "even after acquiring great wealth, he continued to practice a kind of puritanical self-abnegation"

    similar: abstinence, continence, self-denial, sobriety, temperance
    related: control, forbearance, restraint, discipline, self-command, self-control, self-discipline, self-mastery, asceticism, austerity
    opposite: self-indulgence
    near: gluttony, greed, rapaciousness, rapacity, voraciousness, voracity, hedonism, sensuality, sybaritism

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Abnegation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Abnegation:

renouncement, renunciation, repudiation, self-denial

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Abnegation

Words with the opposite meaning of Abnegation:

indulgence, self-indulgence

Related Words for Abnegation

denial, refusal, relinquishment, resignation, surrender, self-abnegation, self-renunciation

Near Antonyms of Abnegation

acceptance, adoption, embrace, embracement, espousal

Origin & Etymology of Abnegation

Middle English abnegacioun, borrowed from Late Latin abnegātiōn-, abnegātiō, from Latin abnegāre "to refute, decline, deny" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of action nouns abnegate

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Abnegation

Words & Phrases Containing Abnegation

self-abnegation

Frequently Asked Questions about Abnegation

What does "Abnegation" mean?

"Abnegation" means denial; especially, self-denial. As a noun, it is defined as: denial; especially, self-denial.

What is another word for "Abnegation"?

Other words for "Abnegation" include renouncement, renunciation, repudiation and self-denial. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Abnegation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Abnegation"?

There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Abnegation". Common alternatives include renouncement, renunciation, repudiation and self-denial.

What is the opposite of "Abnegation"?

Antonyms of "Abnegation" include indulgence and self-indulgence. Near antonyms include acceptance, adoption, embrace and embracement.

How do you use "Abnegation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Abnegation" in a sentence: "the couple's sudden abnegation of life in the fast lane for work as missionaries stunned everyone".

Is "Abnegation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Abnegation" is a noun.

Is "Abnegation" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Abnegation" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Abnegation"?

"Abnegation" is pronounced /ˌab-ni-ˈgā-shən/ and divided into syllables as ab·ne·ga·tion.