abnegation
/ˌæbnɪˈɡeɪʃən/
noun
- The act of giving up or denying yourself something, especially for a higher purpose or moral reason.
- Practicing self-abnegation can lead to a deeper sense of inner peace.
- The leader's abnegation of power surprised everyone, as he stepped down willingly.
- Her abnegation of personal comfort allowed her to volunteer in remote villages for years.
- The refusal or rejection of a right, responsibility, or claim.
- The committee voted for the abnegation of the outdated rule.
- The treaty required the abnegation of all territorial claims by both sides.
- His abnegation of parental duties caused concern among the social workers.
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