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ASCETIC

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Ascetic.

Ascetic - as an adjective

Pertaining to or characteristic of an ascetic or the practice of rigorous self-discipline

Example: "Ascetic practices"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ascetical13

Ascetic - as a noun

Someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abstainer11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
religious person
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Ascetic - as an adjective satellite

Practicing great self-denial

Example: "Be systematically ascetic...do...something for no other reason than that you would rather not do it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ascetical13austere7spartan9

Example Sentences

"He adopted an ascetic lifestyle, living in a small, bare room."
"The ascetic monk wore simple robes and owned only a few possessions."
"The ascetic diet consisted mainly of vegetables and grains."
"She practiced ascetic meditation for several hours each day."
"The ascetic practices of the religious sect were quite rigorous."
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Word Game Points

Is ASCETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ascetic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ASCETIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is ASCETIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ascetic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ASCETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is ASCETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ascetic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ASCETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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