abnegates

[US]/ˌæbˈnɛɡeɪts/
[UK]/ˌæbˈneɪɡeɪts/

Translation

v.to deny oneself personal gratification or advantage; to renounce selfish concerns.

Example Sentences

the hero abnegates his personal desires for the greater good.

she abnegates her own comfort to help others.

the politician abnegates responsibility for the scandal.

he abnegates his right to speak in order to avoid conflict.

the company abnegates its profits to fund research and development.

to truly lead, one must abnegate personal ambition.

she abnegates her dreams to support her family.

the artist abnegates his ego for the sake of his craft.

he abnegates his comfort to live a simpler life.

the monk abnegates all worldly possessions for spiritual enlightenment.

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