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Act or mindset of putting things above one's own needs
Self-denial (related but different from self-abnegation or self-sacrifice) is an act of letting go of the self as with altruistic abstinence – the willingness
Self-denial
several techniques of denial: "Framing large-scale violence as both a legal right and a moral duty" – synthesizing claims of self-defense and minimizing
Gaza_genocide_denial
Whipping oneself as part of a religious ritual
of mortification of the flesh, ranging from self-denial, wearing hairshirts and chains, fasting, and self-flagellation (often using a type of whip called
Self-flagellation
Act by which an individual or group seeks to deaden their sinful nature
in a Christian context, other cultures may have analogous concepts of self-denial; secular practices exist as well. The term mortification of the flesh
Mortification_of_the_flesh
American Christian and Missionary Alliance pastor and devotional writer (1897–1963)
(1961), which emphasize holiness, contemplative prayer, reverence, self-denial, death to self, and conscious awareness of the presence of God. Although firmly
A._W._Tozer
Rejecting scientific or historical consensus
empirically verifiable reality. The motivations and causes of denialism include religion, self-interest (economic, political, or financial), and defence mechanisms
Denialism
Refraining from sexual experiences to increase erotic arousal
an individual's ability to self-pleasure during periods of sexual denial. Though not necessary to practice tease and denial, some practitioners find that
Erotic_sexual_denial
Week of fundraising in support of women's suffrage
the Women's Social and Political Union's (WSPU) held an annual Week of Self-Denial where supporters of the suffragette movement were asked to go without
Week_of_Self-Denial
Christian denomination and charity
which differs based on size and capability. The Red Shield Appeal and Self-Denial Appeal are annual fundraising campaigns in some territories, such as
Salvation_Army
Assertion that a statement is false
apology Non-denial denial Plausible deniability Polite fiction Scotomization Self-deception Self-fulfilling prophecy Skepticism The Politics of Denial Willful
Denial
Board. He is known for his idea of giving up pudding that gave rise to Self-Denial week, something still in existence to this day. He was in the first cohort
John_Aiken_Carleton
Serbian literary historian, professor
Njegoš's Poetry, Serbian Literary Association, Belgrade, 2010 The Spirit of Self-Denial: A Contribution to the Critique of Serbian Culture, Orpheus, Novi Sad
Milo_Lompar
Branch of theology that defines virtuous and sinful behavior from a Christian perspective
against worldliness. In the traditional view, this requires self-sacrifice, self-denial and self-discipline, and greatness lies in being a servant to all
Christian_ethics
1973 book by Ernest Becker
The Denial of Death is a 1973 book by American cultural anthropologist Ernest Becker which discusses the psychological and philosophical implications of
The_Denial_of_Death
1669 work by William Penn
self-denial in the Christian life and the second gathering a series of references to men through the ages who have written of the importance of self-denial
No_Cross,_No_Crown
Pejorative term for attempts to bring about utopian conditions
theology End of history Inner-worldly asceticism – Max Weber's thesis on self-denial Liberation theology List of dates predicted for apocalyptic events List
Immanentize_the_eschaton
Person's assent to the reality of a situation
outlook emphasizing self-discipline, self-denial, integrity, principle, character, chastity, goodness, morality, virtue. 16 Apr. 2009. "Self Acceptance." Archived
Acceptance
Aphorism against extremism
concludes that “there is no need of all this watching, fasting, praying, self-denial, etc., you carry things to extremes. Why should you wish to be reputed
Golden_mean_(philosophy)
2025 Pakistani television series
Despite being confident, when Ayra falls in love, she is in phase of self denial and slowly accepts her feelings. Given the differences and image of Kamyar
Meri_Zindagi_Hai_Tu
1811 novel by Jane Austen
rather than liberating them. She does so by demonstrating that Elinor's self-denial, especially in her keeping of Lucy Steele's secret and willingness to
Sense_and_Sensibility
Unawareness of active pregnancy
psychotic pregnancy denial is discovered, preterm birth via caesarean section is to be considered due to the risk of the woman engaging in self-destructive behaviors
Pregnancy_denial
Christian observance before Easter
well as mortifying the flesh, repentance of sins, simple living, and self-denial. In Lent, many Christians commit to fasting, as well as giving up certain
Lent
1950 book-length essay by Octavio Paz
to bring out the true Mexican that is usually hidden behind a mask of self-denial. This represents the way in which the Mexicans have inherited two distinct
The_Labyrinth_of_Solitude
American soldier and politician and son of Alexander Hamilton (1788–1878)
nerved me to exertion, and necessity taught me the value of economy and self-denial. Together, Hamilton and his wife had five children: Elizabeth "Eliza"
James_Alexander_Hamilton
1658–1661 painting by Johannes Vermeer
which also depicted attractive young women and with themes of desire and self-denial quite different from the attitude of Pepys and many of the paintings
The_Milkmaid_(Vermeer)
Russian saint (1754/1759–1833)
Seraphim extended the monastic teachings of contemplation, theoria and self-denial to the layperson. He taught that the purpose of the Christian life was
Seraphim_of_Sarov
1928 business agreement creating a regional oil cartel
formalize the corporate structure of TPC and bind all partners to a "self-denial clause" that prohibited any of its shareholders from independently seeking
Red_Line_Agreement
1922 poem by T. S. Eliot
"The Fire Sermon" offers a philosophical meditation in relation to self-denial and sexual dissatisfaction; "Death by Water" is a brief description of
The_Waste_Land
Film by Alex and Stephen Kendrick
filmmaking. Alex Kendrick removed himself from an acting role to emphasize self-denial, while Stephen Kendrick stressed the film’s focus on the Great Commission
The_Forge_(2024_film)
Attempt to deny the scale and severity of genocide
Genocide denial is the attempt to deny or minimize the scale and severity of an instance of genocide. Denial is an integral part of genocide and includes
Genocide_denial
Spiritual teachings in the Christian Bible
[citation needed] Christian asceticism is commonly thought to imply self-denial for a spiritual purpose. The term ascetical theology is used primarily
Ascetical_theology
Concept in Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy
Schopenhauer, resulted from an overflow of life. Schopenhauer's advocacy of self-denial and negation of life was, according to Nietzsche, very harmful. For his
Nietzschean_affirmation
1985 Indian film
Brahmin caste: education, religion, tradition, austerity (frugality) and self-denial in personal life. His great tryst with modernity was to send his son
Rao_Saheb_(film)
Evans has also tied the denialism surrounding October 7 to Holocaust denial. Gideon Levy has compared October 7 denial to Nakba denial, and arguing that many
Denial of the October 7 attacks
Denial_of_the_October_7_attacks
1915 novella by Franz Kafka
careless and even hostile to him. According to Sudau, Gregor engages in self-denial by hiding his nauseating appearance under the sofa and gradually famishing
The_Metamorphosis
Lifestyle of frugality and abstinence
means "training" or "exercise". The original usage did not refer to self-denial, but to the physical training required for athletic events. Its usage
Asceticism
Psychological term
along with self-worth and approval more compared to joyful experiences. Altruism (unselfishness) Altruistic suicide Hero Sacrifice Self-denial Self-sacrifice
Self-sacrifice
Ruleset describing a lifeway
written by Benedict of Nursia. The Rule of Saint Augustine stresses self-denial, moderation, and care for those in need. Jesuits follow what is called
Rule_of_life
English poet and artist (1757–1827)
excuses pain, admits evil and apologises for injustice. He abhorred self-denial, which he associated with religious repression and particularly sexual
William_Blake
carried through in abstinence. I mean by that not physical self-denial alone, nor the denial of every desire....But I want to state the principle that
Abstinence_(psychoanalysis)
Repentance of sins
may consist of prayer, works of mercy, service of neighbor, voluntary self-denial, sacrifices, "and above all the patient acceptance of the cross we all
Penance
Poem by William Blake
As such, "A Poison Tree" appears to play off the Christian idea of self-denial, and Blake may be relying on Emanuel Swedenborg's theme of piety concealing
A_Poison_Tree
International Christian movement
through a combination of faith and "works". Works are considered acts of self-denial such as wearing modest skirts and long hair in a bun or attending all
Two_by_Twos
2023 Telugu language drama film by Ajay Samrat
which the masses renounce despite the catastrophe. Vexed Rudrangi elects self-denial when the villagers adore her as a deity. Following, she proceeds with
Rudrangi
Gentle politeness and courtly manners
display of affected sensitivity in direct contrast with the ideals of self-denial and dignified seriousness that were the Baroque norm. During the late
Courtesy
Concept in Christian theology
doctrine argue that it would be given to those individuals who demonstrate "self-denial and perseverance". The Crown of Righteousness is mentioned in 2 Timothy
Five_crowns
Whipping as a punishment
the ends that had Luther—including even self-flagellation—the methods of ritualistic observance, self-denial, and good works did not satisfy. Rubin, Julius
Flagellation
Tamil epic
prays, listens to different religious scholars, and practices severe self-denial to attain Nirvana (release from rebirths). The Manimekalai is one of
Manimekalai
English translator, editor and composer
donation to the Votes For Women campaign's Week of Self-Denial, which asked women to "practice real self-denial". It stated: "the funds raised will be the measure
Ada_Galsworthy
Booklet of Catholic prayers
as to think we can do without God or religion" "That we may practise self-denial and penance this Lent" The Magnificat prayer On 17 May 1866, Pope Pius
Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help
Novena_to_Our_Mother_of_Perpetual_Help
Autobiography of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
Bhagavad Gita, which inspired him to view his work not as self-denial at all, but as a higher form of self-fulfillment. Adopting a philosophy of selflessness
The Story of My Experiments with Truth
The_Story_of_My_Experiments_with_Truth
Principle that an action is rational if it maximizes one's self-interest
the basic absolute is self-sacrifice—which means self-immolation, self-abnegation, self-denial self-destruction—which means the self as a standard of evil
Rational_egoism
Theory of LGBTQIA+ identity development
the question "Who am I?", the answers can be acceptance, psychological self-denial and repression, or rejection.[citation needed] This is a sub-stage where
Cass_identity_model
Japanese student organizations active in the 1960s
university-wide blockades. According to Zenkyōtō, the ideological question of "self-denial" should be advanced to deny statuses as students or researchers. Students
Zenkyōtō
Cohort born from 1965 to 1980
worshipped. But over time punk swelled into a Stalinistic doctrine of self-denial that stunted us. The yuppies kept sucking, but by clinging to punk we
Generation_X
Episode from the Passion of Christ
The Denial of Peter (or Peter's Denial) refers to three acts of denial of Jesus by the Apostle Peter as described in all four Gospels of the New Testament
Denial_of_Peter
Denial of the scientific consensus on climate change
Climate change denial (also global warming denial) is a form of science denial characterized by rejecting, refusing to acknowledge, disputing, or fighting
Climate_change_denial
French philosopher (1909–1943)
asceticism and salvation, Schopenhauer had described self-starvation as a preferred method of self-denial. However, Simone Pétrement, one of Weil's first and
Simone_Weil
Music genre
apart, often focusing on Christian concepts such as demons, sin, self and self-denial, divine judgment, and apocalypse. The imagery in Christian death
Christian_death_metal
Japanese samurai and politician (1828–1877)
little interest in sex, and the divorce led him to a period of sexual self-denial. During his first exile on Amami Ōshima, he married Aigana (born Otoma
Saigō_Takamori
Bosnian politician
ability to cooperate, especially for persuading everyone through his own self-denial and hard work. His death at the hands of the Bosnian Serb Army in the
Hakija_Turajlić
Main emotion used for social control
forgiveness as ways of restoring the moral order; shame cultures stress self-denial and humility as ways of restoring the social order. (Hiebert 1985, 213)
Guilt–shame–fear spectrum of cultures
Guilt–shame–fear_spectrum_of_cultures
1996 studio album by Weezer
really the clash of East vs West. My hindu, zen, kyokushin [karate], self-denial, self-abnegation, no-emotion, cool-faced side versus my Italian-American
Pinkerton_(album)
3rd-century prophet and founder of Manichaeism
mid-twenties, Mani decided that salvation was possible through education, self-denial, fasting and chastity. According to al-Biruni, a 10th-century Iranian
Mani_(prophet)
English Puritan and author, c. 1620–1686
Plea for the Godly: And Other Sermons ISBN 1-877611-74-3 The Duty of Self-Denial: (And 10 Other Sermons) ISBN 1-57358-015-5 The Fight of Faith Crowned:
Thomas_Watson_(Puritan)
Fictional character from Les Misérables
will take a pinch of snuff. His life is one "of privations, isolation, self-denial, and chastity—never any amusement". Javert has been described as a legalist:
Javert
Person who suffers persecution and death for the faith
Psychology 107.3 (2014): 494–515. Kateb, George. "Morality and Self-Sacrifice, Martyrdom and Self-Denial." Social Research 75.2 (2008): 353–394. Olivola, Christopher
Martyr
Antisemitic conspiracy theory
Holocaust denial is the negationist and antisemitic fringe view that Nazi Germany and its collaborators did not commit genocide against European Jews during
Holocaust_denial
English socialite, activist, and author (1757–1806)
mother attempted to balance the worldly vice of gambling until dawn with self-denial and good works, but was aware, as were others, that this obsession was
Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire
Georgiana_Cavendish,_Duchess_of_Devonshire
English moneylender (1800–1883)
perceived behaviour led to his reputation as a miser. By hard work and self-denial, Turner rose from being a smallholder's son to the position of a draper's
John_Turner_(miser)
Season of television series
probes Schopenhauerian philosophy through its approach to individuality, self-denial, and the battle between dark and light. Ben Woodard noted the show's
True_Detective_season_1
Term that denotes something that is generated within itself
activities (sublimations) and the peculiar capacity of the human self for self-denial (the super-ego). We can begin, I think, to make sense of these paradoxes
Causa_sui
2007 film directed by Mike Newell
emotions. Florentino feels devastated, who vows to remain a virgin, but his self-denial is thwarted by a tryst. To help Florentino get over Fermina, his mother
Love in the Time of Cholera (film)
Love_in_the_Time_of_Cholera_(film)
2026 single by Ado
to her current self". Encore described "Vivarium" as "a vocal rock song where Ado searches for light despite suffering from self-denial." A music video
Vivarium_(song)
British suffragist and pacifist (1867–1954)
Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), organised WSPU's first Week of Self-Denial and founded and edited the publication Votes for Women. She was ousted
Emmeline_Pethick-Lawrence
British suffragist (1876–1948)
District branch. She also contributed towards fundraising efforts, such as self-denial weeks, where supporters would deprive themselves of luxuries and give
Sophia_Duleep_Singh
Indian Christian leader (1883–1945)
an umbrella and his Bible wherever he went. His saintly life, self-control, self-denial, and commitment towards social issues made him a unique person
Sadhu_Kochoonju_Upadesi
1751 book by Scottish enlightenment philosopher David Hume (1711–1776)
"virtues", such as self-denial and humility, monkish virtues. Rather vehemently, he writes: Celibacy, fasting, penance, mortification, self-denial, humility,
An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals
An_Enquiry_Concerning_the_Principles_of_Morals
Conspiracy theory
administration sidebar is being considered for merging. › The election denial movement in the United States is a widespread false belief that elections
Election denial movement in the United States
Election_denial_movement_in_the_United_States
American author and filmmaker (1942–2008)
completely to follow what he called "a structured approach" of ritualistic self-denial. As he neared writing the end of each book, he would rise increasingly
Michael_Crichton
21st and 22nd episodes of the 4th season of Little House on the Prairie
blind from complications of her having had scarlet fever. Charles, in self denial, cannot bring himself to tell Mary the news, and one morning she wakes
I'll Be Waving as You Drive Away
I'll_Be_Waving_as_You_Drive_Away
Annual month-long event
personal erotic challenge and a communal tradition rooted in submission, denial, and self-discipline. The origins of Locktober trace back to kink message boards
Locktober
1905 sociology book by Max Weber
of other doctrines of faith that encouraged planning, hard work and self-denial in the pursuit of worldly riches. Weber traced the origins of the Protestant
The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism
The_Protestant_Ethic_and_the_Spirit_of_Capitalism
British television series
Peeping Toms". BFI. 12 July 1991. Retrieved 16 April 2026. "Socks & Self-Denial". BFI. 19 July 1991. Retrieved 16 April 2026. "Vegetable Samosas & Virgins"
Rich_Tea_and_Sympathy
1868–69 novel by Louisa May Alcott
extended visit. Amy is the least inclined of the sisters to sacrifice and self-denial. She behaves well in upper-class society and is at ease with herself
Little_Women
Chinese automotive brand owned by Great Wall Motors
[“Black Label” officially replaces “Red and Blue Label”, another self-denial of Haval]. Guancha.cn. 2019-03-19. Retrieved 2023-12-15.
Haval_(marque)
Irish journalist and author (born 1968)
desire that trans people "be forced back into a state of repression and self-denial", and voicing the implications of "toxifying ideas about transness as
Helen_Joyce
False belief that HIV does not cause AIDS
HIV/AIDS denialism is the belief, despite evidence to the contrary, that the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) does not cause acquired immune deficiency
HIV/AIDS_denialism
Night prayer service
word "vigil" took on the meaning of "the day before a feast", and the self-denial of the nighttime celebration was replaced by fasting on that preceding
Vigil_(liturgy)
Neoplatonist philosopher and mystic (c. 245 – c. 325)
man of great culture and learning, he was renowned for his charity and self-denial and had a number of students. According to Johann Albert Fabricius, he
Iamblichus
1928 novel by Selma Lagerlöf
in the book: Karl-Arthur himself, the preacher with his self-defeating ideals of self-denial and sacrifice, the practical valley girl Anna Svärd, who
Anna_Svärd_(novel)
Evangelical Christian term
salvation by 'faith alone,' but by the entire process of repentance, self-denial, faith rebirth, and obedience." Those who wish to "tarry this path" are
Born_again
1969 Japanese film by Toshio Matsumoto
Japanese New Wave films and considers its self-destructive ending to be an ideological commitment to 'self-denial', a belief held by members of the Japanese
Funeral_Parade_of_Roses
1982 epic biographical film by Richard Attenborough
handsomeness that is more predictable than enlivening", but this "stylistic self-denial serves to keep one's attention fastened where it belongs: on a persuasive
Gandhi_(film)
1693 book by John Locke
to instill virtue in children. He defines virtue as a combination of self-denial and rationality: "that a man is able to deny himself his own desires
Some Thoughts Concerning Education
Some_Thoughts_Concerning_Education
Weapon device for preventing occupation or traversing of a specified location
An area denial weapon is a war offensive and defensive device used to prevent an adversary from occupying or traversing an area of land, sea or air. The
Area_denial_weapon
Self-enforced restraint from pleasurable activities
(psychoanalysis) Anatta Asceticism Celibacy Mortification of the flesh Temperance Self-denial List of books about sobriety Kempner, Martha (2015). "Abstinence". The
Abstinence
British explorer and naval officer (1728–1779)
times of danger. Nicholas Thomas writes that Cook could demonstrate self-denial when needed, and he practised celibacy on voyages. He could sense the
James_Cook
Christian theological concept
epiklesis and self-denial of one's own human will and desire. With regard to Christ, there is a kenosis of the Son of God, a condescension and self-sacrifice
Kenosis
Basque Spaniard Catholic priest and theologian (1491–1556)
created a centralised organisation of the order, and stressed absolute self-denial and obedience to the Pope and to superiors in the Church hierarchy. This
Ignatius_of_Loyola
SELF DENIAL
SELF DENIAL
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British, English, Nigerian, Norwegian
Rock
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Sword
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African, Australian, British, Chinese, Christian, English, French, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew
Saviour; Ewe of West Africa; Goddess of the Moon; Cliff; Rock
Biblical
a rock
Girl/Female
Hebrew Biblical
Rock.
Male
Welsh
Welsh form of Greek SolomÅn, SELYF means "peaceable."Â
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Indian
Sword
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Egyptian
, a form of Isis.
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African, Arabic, Hindu, Indian, Muslim, Sindhi, Swahili
Sword; Brave; Sword of Religion
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English (East Anglia)
English (East Anglia) : from the Middle English personal name Saulf, Old English Sǣwulf, composed of the elements sǣ ‘sea’ + wulf ‘wolf’.
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Biblical
A rock.
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(סֶלַע) Anglicized form of Hebrew Cela, SELA means "a rock." In the Old Testament bible, this is the name of the capital city of Edom, possibly an early name for Petra. In use as a unisex name.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from Middle English selle, a rough hut of the type normally occupied by animals, hence a topographic name for someone who lived in a hut like this. In many cases the name may have been in effect a metonymic occupational name for a herdsman.Americanized spelling of Hungarian and Hungarian Jewish Széll, a topographic name for someone who lived in a spot exposed to the wind, from Hungarian szél ‘wind’.German : variant of Selle.
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peace'.
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Hindi
Self.
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A Tree
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Sword
Girl/Female
Egyptian
Male
Yiddish
(סֶעף) Variant spelling of Yiddish Zeff, SEFF means "wolf."
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Soft
SELF DENIAL
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Legendary Son of Beli
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Hindu
Look, Blessed with beauty, Shape, Beauty
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Tamil
Siva Preethi | ஸிவா பà¯à®°à¯€à®¤à®¿
Lord Shiva
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Hawaiian
Breath; breathing spirit.
Female
Egyptian
, mother of the sculptor Abet.
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Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Marathi
King of Snake
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Arabic, Muslim
Nick Name of Abdur Rehman Bin Sulayman the Father of Muhammad Ibn Abdur Rahman; The Genealogist
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Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Sanskrit, Telugu
Radha and Krishna
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African
intention, life purpose, mind.
Boy/Male
German
Bright Raven
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n.
Self.
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Self-denial; self-renunciation; self-sacrifice.
n.
The act of governing one's self, or the state of being governed by one's self; self-control; self-command.
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Self-communion.
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Imposture practiced on one's self; self-deceit.
a.
Disposed to self-assertion; self-asserting.
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The act of estimating one's self; self-esteem.
n.
Self-love.
n.
The denial of one's self; forbearing to gratify one's own desires; self-sacrifice.
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Faith in one's self; self-reliance.
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Self-deceit.
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The idolizing of one's self; immoderate self-conceit.
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Self-repelling.
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Control of one's self; restraint exercised over one's self; self-command.
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The destruction of one's self; self-murder; suicide.
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Enjoyment of one's self; self-satisfaction.
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Restraint over one's self; self-control; self-command.
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Refusing to gratify one's self; self-sacrificing.
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Dependent on one's self; self-depending; self-reliant.
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Self-devotion.