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Definition of self-denial : The denial of one's self; forbearing to gratify one's own desires; self- sacrifice.

Synonyms:

self-command, self-discipline, denial, self-restraint, abstemiousness, self-abnegation, will power, self-possession, disaffirmation, demurrer, sacrifice, self-sacrifice, self-control, torment, defence, fasting, self-will, possession, self-renunciation, suffering, martyrdom, defense, continence, willpower

moderateness, parsimony, economy, cheapness, sparingness, thrift, stinginess

restraint, self-deprivation, abnegation, asceticism, moderation, abstinence, prudence, frugality, austerity, soberness, conservation, sobriety, temperance, sober-mindedness