What is another word for Abnegated?
Pronunciation: [ˈabnɪɡˌe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA) 
Abnegation is the act of renouncing or denying something, usually personal desires or pleasures, for more significant reasons, such as religious or moral beliefs. Synonyms for abnegated include self-denial, self-abnegation, self-renunciation, self-sacrifice, selflessness, asceticism, austerities, mortification, denunciation, and relinquishment. These words share a common theme of giving up something, usually for a greater good. The nuances of each term, though, differ slightly according to context. The act of self-denial, for instance, often implies restraint from indulging in what others consider essential or pleasurable. Selflessness, on the other hand, means putting someone else's needs before one's own without asking for anything in return.
