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ASCETICS

(adj., noun, adj.sat)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Ascetics.

Ascetics - as an adjective

Pertaining to or characteristic of an ascetic or the practice of rigorous self-discipline

Example: "Ascetic practices"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ascetical

Ascetics - as a noun

Someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abstainer
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
religious person
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Ascetics - as an adjective satellite

Practicing great self-denial

Example: "Be systematically ascetic...do...something for no other reason than that you would rather not do it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
asceticalausterespartan

Example Sentences

"The ascetics devote their lives to prayer and self-discipline."
"The ascetics renounce material possessions and lead a life of simplicity."
"Many ascetics live in secluded monasteries or hermitages."
"The ascetics practice fasting as a form of spiritual discipline."
"Some ascetics take vows of celibacy and live in chastity."
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Word Game Points

Is ASCETICS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ascetics is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ASCETICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ASCETICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ascetics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ASCETICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ASCETICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ascetics is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ASCETICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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