adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Without concern for one's own advantage; selfless or self-sacrificing.

Adjective

1. 1
   used especially of behavior wordnet
2. 2
   willing to deprive yourself wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

abnegatedabnegatingabstemiousabstinentalbigensianaltruistic

Antonyms

All antonyms

hedonisticindulgentoverindulging

Etymology

From self- + denying.