abnegated

Meanings

• Adjective or Verb

  Denying or renouncing something, especially a claim or right.

  - "He made an abnegated confession of his guilt."
  - "She lived an abnegated life, dedicating herself to helping others."

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Rhymes

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negated , fated , gated , frustrated

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Variants

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abnegate , abnegated , abnegates , abnegating , abnegator , abnegators

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'abnegare' meaning 'to deny or renounce'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'abnegation' comes from the Latin word 'abnegare', which means 'to deny' or 'to renounce'.

2. The practice of abnegation has been a common theme in religious and philosophical traditions throughout history, including Christianity, Buddhism, and Stoicism.

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Related Concepts

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1. Self-denial: Relinquishing personal desires or comforts for the benefit of others or for spiritual growth.

2. Asceticism: The practice of extreme self-discipline, often including abstention from worldly pleasures.

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Culture

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The concept of abnegation has been explored extensively in literature, particularly in religious and philosophical contexts. For example, St. Francis of Assisi is known for his practice of abnegation, renouncing worldly possessions and dedicating his life to serving God and the poor.

How to Memorize "abnegated"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person willingly giving up something they value, such as material possessions or personal comforts, for the greater good or for spiritual growth.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'abnegated' with the idea of self-sacrifice or renunciation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'ARENA' to remember the meaning of 'abnegated': 'A' for 'abdicate', 'R' for 'renounce', 'E' for 'exclude', 'N' for 'neglect', and 'A' for 'abstain'.

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