verb
- to deny oneself something; to give up or renounce
Usage: formal
Examples
- The monk chose to abnegate all worldly pleasures.
- She abnegated her right to the inheritance.
- Parents often abnegate their own needs for their children.
- He abnegated his personal desires to serve the community.
- The leader abnegated power in favor of democratic rule.
- They abnegated luxury to live a simpler life.