SELF-RENUNCIATION Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word self-renunciation. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word self-renunciation. (close relations)

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Definition of SELF-RENUNCIATION

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	abnegation				nounn
	noun • the denial and rejection of a doctrine or belief • renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
	self-abnegation				nounn
	noun • renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
	self-denial				nounn
	noun • the trait of practicing self discipline • the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses • renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
	self-sacrifice				nounn
	noun • acting with less concern for yourself than for the success of the joint activity
	denial				nounn
	noun • the act of refusing to comply (as with a request) • the act of asserting that something alleged is not true • (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful thoughts • renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others • a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him

Best Hypernyms For SELF-RENUNCIATION

Here is a list of related hypernyms for self-renunciation, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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All synonyms for abnegation