abnegate (Meaning)
abnegate (v)
deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure
surrender (power or a position)
deny or renounce
abnegate (v. t.)
To deny and reject; to abjure.
Synonyms & Antonyms of abnegate
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abnegate Sentence Examples
- In order to prioritize the needs of others, she chose to abnegate her own desires and ambitions.
- The monk's vow of poverty required him to abnegate material possessions and live a simple life.
- Despite his personal aspirations, he decided to abnegate his dreams to support his family's well-being.
- The superhero was willing to abnegate personal safety to protect the innocent citizens of the city.
- The leader's decision to abnegate control and empower team members led to a more collaborative and effective work environment.
- Some philosophers argue that true altruism involves the ability to abnegate one's self-interest entirely.
- The religious leader encouraged followers to abnegate worldly pleasures in pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.
- The political leader's decision to abnegate executive powers in favor of a more democratic process was a significant shift in governance.
- The act of forgiveness requires individuals to abnegate feelings of resentment and anger.
- As a form of self-discipline, he practiced meditation to abnegate distracting thoughts and achieve mental clarity.
FAQs About the word abnegate
deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure, surrender (power or a position), deny or renounceTo deny and reject; to abjure.
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In order to prioritize the needs of others, she chose to abnegate her own desires and ambitions.
The monk's vow of poverty required him to abnegate material possessions and live a simple life.
Despite his personal aspirations, he decided to abnegate his dreams to support his family's well-being.
The superhero was willing to abnegate personal safety to protect the innocent citizens of the city.
