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abnegative

adjectiveformal/ɐ.bnɨ.ɣɐ.ˈti.vu/rare

ab·ne·ga·ti·vo

Definition

Demonstrating or practicing abnegation; renouncing one's own interests or comforts for the benefit of others.
Her abnegative actions were admired by all who knew her.
The role required an abnegative commitment to the cause.
Common collocations
abnegative attitudeabnegative spirit

Etymology

Do latim 'abnegativus'.

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