abnegate

Meanings

• verb

  to renounce or give up completely, especially for religious reasons

• verb

  to forsake or abandon (something, especially a responsibility or duty)

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈæb.ni.ɡeɪt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with abnegate
negate , create , fate , gate

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Variants

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abnegate , abnegated , abnegates , abnegating , abnegator , abnegators

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Forms

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abnegable (adjective): willing to give up or renounce something

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Etymology

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Originated from the Latin word 'abnegare' meaning 'to deny or disown'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'abnegate' is often used in the context of monastic life, where monks and nuns are expected to renounce worldly possessions and desires.

2. The term 'abnegate' is also used in the context of giving up a vice or addiction. For example, someone might say, 'I have to abnegate smoking if I want to improve my health.'

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Related Concepts

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1. asceticism: A lifestyle characterized by abstention, self-discipline, and renunciation, often practiced for religious reasons.

2. self-denial: The act of giving up or renouncing something, often for the sake of personal growth or spiritual development.

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Culture

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The term 'abnegate' has been used extensively in religious and philosophical contexts, particularly in discussions about self-denial and renunciation. In literature, it is often used to describe characters who give up worldly possessions or desires for a higher purpose.

How to Memorize "abnegate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of giving up or renouncing something, such as an object or a desire. Imagine yourself letting go of it and moving on.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'abnegate' with the idea of giving up or renouncing something. Think of a time when you had to give up something and use that memory to help remember the meaning of the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'abnegate' with the phrase 'I abandon, I give, I take away'.

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