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Word of the Day Monday, September 7, 2026

abnegation

/æbˈnɛɡeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does abnegation mean?

noun

The act of renouncing or giving up one's own interests or desires for the sake of others; self-denial.

Example

"The monk's abnegation of worldly possessions allowed him to focus on his spiritual journey."

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