mortify in German
mortify in German is abtöten, töten — mortify means to discipline (one's body, appetites etc.) by suppressing desires; to practise abstinence on.
mortify in German
abtöten
(transitive) To discipline (one's body, appetites etc.) by suppressing desires; to practise abstinence on. [from 15th c.]
abtöten
töten
What does "mortify" mean?
- verb To discipline (one's body, appetites etc.) by suppressing desires; to practise abstinence on.
- verb To injure the dignity of; to embarrass; to humiliate.
- verb To reduce the potency of; to nullify; to deaden, neutralize.
- verb To affect with vexation or chagrin.
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "mortify" in German?
"mortify" in German is abtöten, töten. mortify means: To discipline (one's body, appetites etc.) by suppressing desires; to practise abstinence on.
Are there other ways to say "mortify" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "mortify": abtöten, töten.
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