Some people seek sainthood by mortifying the body.
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Mortify
/ˈmoɹtɪfaɪ/
Synonyms for "mortify" (97 found)
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6 entriesmortify appetitemortify desiremortify feelingsmortify impulsemortify pridemortify the flesh
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With fasting mortify'd, worn out with tears.
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Mortify thy learned lust.
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Mortify, therefore, your members which are upon the earth.
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