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Meaning of ascetic
Relating to or characteristic of an ascetic, someone who practices self-denial, especially for spiritual reasons.
Etymology of ascetic
The word "ascetic" comes from the Greek word "asketikos", meaning "rigorous, laborious", which is derived from "askesis", meaning "exercise, training", and "asketes", meaning "athlete"
The term originally referred to athletic or military training, but later came to be used to describe spiritual discipline and self-denial
Synonyms
austere
strict
Spartan
self-denying
abstinent
abstemious
sober
simple
modest
humble
unassuming
unpretentious
restrained
disciplined
frugal
monkish
hermitic
reclusive
solitary
severe
rigorous
stern
stoic
stoical
self-disciplined
temperate
continent
chaste
celibate
virtuous
moral
ethical
principled
Definitions
- Relating to or characteristic of a person who renounces material comforts and leads a simple life, especially for religious reasons
- * Relating to or characteristic of a person who practices self-denial, especially for spiritual reasons
Usage Examples
- The monk lived an ascetic life, dedicating himself to prayer and meditation
- * She adopted an ascetic lifestyle, giving up all luxuries and comforts
- * The artist's ascetic studio reflected his simple and disciplined approach to his work
Antonyms
indulgent
self-indulgent
luxurious
extravagant
decadent
hedonistic
sensual
epicurean
sybaritic
voluptuous
pampered
spoiled
overindulged
profligate
wasteful
reckless
imprudent
intemperate
immoderate
excessive