self-denial

Meaning

Action that sacrifices one's own benefit for the good of others.

Synonyms

abnegation

self-abnegation

self-discipline

self-control

self-renunciation

denial

self-sacrifice

temperance

perseverance

resignation

restraint

self-command

self-possession

self-restraint

tolerance

abstention

asceticism

endurance

humility

moderation

mortification

patience

Translations

abnégation

abnegación

abnegação

abnegació

Selbstverleugnung

abnegazione

αυτοπειθαρχία

contrôle de soi

Ausdauer

Verleugnung

autodisciplina

αυταπάρνηση

αυτοέλεγχος

Toleranz

renúncia

Etymology

From self- + denial.