Self-Denying

Pronunciation: /sɛlf-dɪˈnaɪɪŋ/

Definitions of self-denying

adjective showing willingness to sacrifice one's own desires or interests for the greater good

Example Sentences

A1 She is a self-denying person who always puts others' needs before her own.

A2 The self-denying monk lived a life of austerity and simplicity.

B1 His self-denying attitude towards material possessions impressed his friends.

B2 The self-denying sacrifice he made for his family showed his true character.

C1 Her self-denying nature was evident in the way she devoted herself to helping others.

C2 The self-denying discipline he practiced in his work ethic set him apart from his colleagues.

Examples of self-denying in a Sentence

formal The self-denying monk lived a life of austerity and simplicity.

informal She's so self-denying, always putting others' needs before her own.

slang I can't believe how self-denying he is, never even treating himself to a nice meal.

figurative Her self-denying attitude towards success held her back from reaching her full potential.

Grammatical Forms of self-denying

• past tense: self-denied
• plural: self-denying
• comparative: more self-denying
• superlative: most self-denying
• present tense: self-denies
• future tense: will self-deny
• perfect tense: has self-denied
• continuous tense: is self-denying
• singular: self-denying
• positive degree: self-denying
• infinitive: to self-deny
• gerund: self-denying
• participle: self-denying

Origin and Evolution of self-denying

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'self-denying' originated from the combination of the words 'self' and 'denying', indicating a refusal or rejection of one's own desires or needs.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a religious or moral context to describe the act of renouncing one's own interests for the greater good, the term 'self-denying' has evolved to also encompass the idea of self-discipline and restraint in various aspects of life.