asceticism
nounUK /əˈsɛtɪsɪzəm/
US /əˈsɛtɪsɪzəm/
Asceticism is when someone chooses to live a very simple life without fancy things or treats.
The monk's asceticism meant he owned only a few robes and ate plain food.
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2. The practice of giving up physical pleasures to focus on spiritual goals.
Her asceticism led her to spend hours each day in prayer and meditation.
3. A strict and simple way of living that avoids luxury.
The artist's asceticism was clear from his tiny, bare apartment.
4. The belief that self-control and hardship are morally valuable.
Some philosophers praised asceticism as a path to wisdom.