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asceticism

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Asceticism (noun) means a way of living marked by strict self-discipline and giving up comforts and pleasures.

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A way of living marked by strict self-discipline and giving up comforts and pleasures.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

austerity nonindulgence ascesis

Antonyms

hedonism luxury pleasure sensuality

Related words

need please fun pain pleasure suffering joy poverty

Rhymes for asceticism

cynicism mysticism criticism eroticism empiricism skepticism fanaticism romanticism Catholicism

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What is the meaning of asceticism?

"asceticism" (noun) means a way of living marked by strict self-discipline and giving up comforts and pleasures.

What is another word for asceticism?

Other words for "asceticism" include austerity, nonindulgence, ascesis.

What is the opposite of asceticism?

Opposites of "asceticism" include hedonism, luxury, pleasure, sensuality.

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