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asceticism

noun

/əˈsɛt.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

Meaning

The practice of severe self-discipline and abstaining from indulgence, typically for religious or spiritual reasons.

Asceticism has been a part of many religious traditions throughout history.

self-denial, austerity, discipline, abstinence, simplicity

luxury, indulgence, extravagance

religious asceticism, practice of asceticism, asceticism in Buddhism, asceticism in Hinduism

An object, usually a box or bottle, that is used to hold or store things.

The action of making the best or most effective use of a situation or resource.

An illegal act punishable by law.

a hindrance or obstruction in doing something; something that makes progress difficult

Serious thought or consideration about something.

a formal and systematic written work dealing with a subject in detail