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Meaning of ascetic

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

ascetic

Pronunciation:/əˈsɛ.tɪk/

noun

Definitions

  1. One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of or relating to ascetics

  2. Characterized by rigorous self-denial or self-discipline; austere; abstinent; involving a withholding of physical pleasure.