asceticism asceticism /əˈsɛtɪsɪzəm/

noun

1. Rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint  ( ascesis , asceticism , askesis )
   rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint
   
   
2. The trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)  ( asceticism , nonindulgence , austerity )
   the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)
   
3. The doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state  ( asceticism )
   the doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state
    Asceticism promotes self-discipline and abstention from indulgence.
   Asceticism promotes self-discipline and abstention from indulgence.