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ascetic

/əˈsɛ.tɪk/

Meanings
noun
One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence.

Examples :

"The ascetic lived a simple life, spending most of her days studying and meditating rather than socializing with others. "
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Illustration seclusion

seclusion noun

/sɪˈkluʒən/ /siˈkluʒən/

The act of secluding, shutting out or keeping apart.

"The student sought seclusion in the library to concentrate on his studies. "

Illustration meditating

meditating verb

/ˈmɛdəˌteɪtɪŋ/ /ˈmɛdəˌteɪɾɪŋ/

To contemplate; to keep the mind fixed upon something; to study.

"She was meditating on the difficult math problem, hoping to find a solution. "

Illustration possessions

possessions noun

/pəˈzɛʃənz/

Control or occupancy of something for which one does not necessarily have private property rights.

"After the flood, people searched the muddy fields for their lost possessions, hoping to salvage anything that wasn't completely ruined, even though they didn't own the land where the items were found. "

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lifestyle noun

/ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/

A style of living that reflects the attitudes and values of a person or group.

"My sister's healthy lifestyle includes jogging every morning and eating lots of fruits and vegetables. "

Illustration stringent

stringent adjective

/ˈstrɪndʒənt/

Strict; binding strongly; making strict requirements; restrictive; rigid; severe

"They have stringent quality requirements outlining what is acceptable."

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discipline noun

/ˈdɪ.sə.plɪn/

A controlled behaviour; self-control.

"Maintaining good discipline in class is essential for learning. "

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abstinence noun

/ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/

The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire or appetite.

"After a stressful week at work, Sarah practiced abstinence from sugary drinks, hoping to lose a few pounds. "

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simplicity noun

/sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

The state or quality of being simple

"The simplicity of her instructions made the project easy to understand. "

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abstinent adjective

/ˈæb.stə.nn̩t/

Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite.

"My brother is very abstinent; he avoids all sugary snacks and drinks, preferring healthy options. "

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socializing verb

/ˈsoʊʃəˌlaɪzɪŋ/ /ˈsoʊʃəˌlɪzɪŋ/

To interact with others

"After work, I enjoy socializing with my colleagues at a local cafe. "

Illustration withholding

withholding verb

/wɪðˈhoʊldɪŋ/ /wɪθˈhoʊldɪŋ/

To keep (a physical object that one has obtained) to oneself rather than giving it back to its owner.

"The student withheld the textbook from the library, refusing to return it. "

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characterized verb

/ˈkæɹəktəɹaɪzd/

To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).

"The teacher characterized the student as disruptive in class. "