1. to deny oneself something; to give up or renounce
Usage: formal
2. to reject or refuse to acknowledge
Usage: formal

Examples

• The monk abnegates all worldly pleasures in pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.
• She abnegates her personal desires for the good of her family.
• The leader abnegates responsibility for the failed mission.
• He abnegates any claim to the inheritance.
• The ascetic abnegates material possessions completely.
• She abnegates her right to speak at the meeting.