Asceticism

/ɐsˈɛtɪsˌɪzəm/

/ɐsˈɛɾɪsˌɪzəm/

Asceticism

rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint

synonyms : ascesis

the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)

synonyms : austerity

the doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state

Examples

1. The asceticism of a Benedictine monastery is renunciation of self in favor of the community.

2. One was a new asceticism.

3. Is the theft of stolen moments some new asceticism?

4. You know the word asceticism just comes from the Greek word for "exercise."