askesis Meaning & Definition
/əˈskiːsɪs/
What Does Askesis Mean?
As a noun, askesis means Alternative form of ascesis.
Askesis: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //əˈskiːsɪs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | askeses |
Askesis Definition (Noun)
- Alternative form of ascesis.
Noun
- (Rigorous) self-discipline, particularly as a religious observance; asceticism.
- (specifically) The praxis or "exercise" of asceticism and self-denial of impulses or passions for the sake of piety, theosis, and connection with God.
Synonyms of Askesis
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Askesis synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Askesis
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Askesis in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
askesis (countable and uncountable, plural askeses)
Words That Rhyme With Askesis
Pronouncing Askesis
The standard pronunciation of askesis is //əˈskiːsɪs//, spoken in 1 syllable.