Abnegate — synonyms, definition

1. abnegate (Verb)

deny

abnegate (Verb) — Not allow oneself to have (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure. ex. "She abnegated herself wine and spirits"

abnegate (Verb) — Surrender (power or a position). ex. "The King abnegated his power to the ministers"

abnegate (Verb) — Deny or renounce. ex. "They abnegated their gods"

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