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(ascetic) 1 syllables

Definition

adjective. practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and spiritual discipline.

Example Sentence

Some spiritual teachings require leading an ascetic lifestyle.

More Example Sentences

Ascetic practices help some find inner peace.

Synonyms

self-denying; austere; disciplined

Antonyms

indulgent; extravagant; hedonistic

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Rhymes

  • hettick

  • acetic
  • aesthetic
  • ascetic
  • athletic
  • cosmetic
  • emetic
  • frenetic
  • genetic
  • kinetic
  • magnetic
  • pathetic
  • phonetic
  • poetic
  • prophetic
  • prosthetic
  • synthetic

  • alphabetic
  • anesthetic
  • apathetic
  • arithmetic
  • bionetic
  • diabetic
  • dietetic
  • diuretic
  • empathetic
  • energetic
  • homiletic
  • kinesthetic
  • sympathetic

  • apologetic
  • diamagnetic
  • epigenetic
  • ferromagnetic
  • geomagnetic
  • helionetic
  • hyperkinetic
  • intermagnetic
  • paramagnetic
  • peripatetic
  • pharmakinetic
  • unsympathetic

  • electromagnetic
  • parasympathetic
  • parthenogenetic
  • unapologetic
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