asceticism - Similar and Opposite Words

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Here are the synonyms for asceticism , a list of similar words for asceticism from our thesaurus that you can use

Noun

rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint

Synonyms

• ascesis
• asceticism

More generic

• self-control
• self-denial
• self-discipline

Noun

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

Synonyms

• asceticism
• austerity
• nonindulgence

More generic

• self-denial
• self-discipline

More specific

• monasticism

Noun

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

Synonyms

• asceticism

More generic

• doctrine
• ism
• philosophical system
• philosophy
• school of thought

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