asceticism
nounHow many syllables in asceticism?
There are 5 syllables in the word asceticism.How to pronounce asceticism:
Definition of asceticism:
- asceticism (noun):
- noun. rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint.
- the practice of choosing not to do something one would like
- the practice of strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline the condition, practice, or mode of life of an ascetic rigorous abstention from self-indulgence
Synonyms for asceticism:
abstemiousness
abstinence
ascesis
austerity
blessedness
celibacy
devotion
devoutness
frugality
godliness
goodness
harshness
holiness
morality
mortification of the flesh
nonindulgence
piety
piousness
plainness
prayerfulness
puritanism
religiousness
rigorousness
rigour
sainthood
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