asceticism — the practice of severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈsetɪsɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- His asceticism was so extreme that he gave up Netflix and actually started reading books.
- The hermit's asceticism included eating only once a day and owning no possessions.
- Her brief attempt at asceticism ended when she discovered the hotel's complimentary chocolate.
asceticism
NOUN[/əˈsetɪsɪzəm/]
the practice of severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons
The monk practices asceticism, sleeping on stone and eating only bread and water.
Through criticism's noise, asceticism finds mysticism's voice!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek askētikos meaning 'rigorously self-disciplined,' originally referring to athletes who trained rigorously for competitions. The term later evolved to describe religious practitioners who adopted similar strict discipline for spiritual purposes.
Breakdown
askēt- (to exercise/practice discipline) + -ikos (relating to) + -ism (practice/doctrine)
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📝Examples
“His asceticism was so extreme that he gave up Netflix and actually started reading books.”
“The hermit's asceticism included eating only once a day and owning no possessions.”
“Her brief attempt at asceticism ended when she discovered the hotel's complimentary chocolate.”
“Many religious traditions incorporate periods of asceticism for spiritual growth.”
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