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Meaning of abnegation in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌæbnəˈɡeɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    abnegation

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Latin abnegatio(n-), from the verb abnegare (see abnegate)

    Definitions

    1. the denial and rejection of a doctrine or belief

    Examples

    • « abnegation of the Holy Trinity »

    Derived terms

    • abnegate
  2. 2. renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others

    Derived terms

    • abnegate
    • deny

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