The Only Use of
abnegate
in
The Chrysalids
- Remorse ....abnegation ...self-sacrifice ...the desire for purification — all pressing upon her.†
Chpt 10abnegation = renunciation (rejection) -- often self-denial of luxuries
Definition:
to renounce or reject
The exact meaning of abnegate can depend upon its context. For example:
- "to abnegate his responsibilities as a father" -- to reject or ignore a duty
- "to practice self-abnegation" -- to deny oneself (voluntarily give something up such as a luxury)
- "to abnegate her faith" -- to reject a belief
- "to abnegate her legal rights" -- to give up a claim, title, or position of power