Abnegate

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Synonyms Renounce, refuse, spurn, give up, abjure, forswear, cast aside, turn one's back on, eschew, reject, abandon, abdicate, relinquish, repudiate, disavow, drop, wash one's hands of, and forsake.

Example Sentences

He chose to abnegate all personal comforts for his mission.

True leaders often abnegate their own desires for the good of others.

She decided to abnegate luxury in favor of a simple life.

Monks often abnegate worldly pleasures.

They chose to abnegate fame to protect their privacy.

He had to abnegate his ego to become a better team player.

The hero abnegated safety to rescue the child.

To find peace, she learned to abnegate anger and pride.

He abnegated his right to speak during the meeting.

They willingly abnegated wealth to serve their community.