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ascetically

 

[ əˈskɛtɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of living

In an ascetically way implies a lifestyle characterized by severe self-discipline and avoidance of all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons. It refers to a practice that emphasizes minimalism and often includes rigorous spiritual or physical training.

Synonyms

self-denyingly, severely, spartanly

Examples of usage

  • She has chosen to live ascetically, sacrificing material comforts for spiritual growth.
  • Many monks live ascetically, focusing solely on their spiritual practices.
  • He trained ascetically for the marathon, denying himself any distractions.

Translations

Translations of the word "ascetically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 asceticamente

🇮🇳 तपस्विता से

🇩🇪 asketisch

🇮🇩 ascetis

🇺🇦 аскетично

🇵🇱 asceza

🇯🇵 禁欲的に

🇫🇷 ascétiquement

🇪🇸 ascéticamente

🇹🇷 tenasül

🇰🇷 금욕적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل زاهد

🇨🇿 asketicky

🇸🇰 asketicky

🇨🇳 禁欲地

🇸🇮 asketično

🇮🇸 asketískt

🇰🇿 аскетикалық

🇬🇪 ასკეტურად

🇦🇿 asketik olaraq

🇲🇽 ascéticamente

Etymology

The term 'ascetically' is derived from the Greek word 'askesis', which means 'exercise' or 'training'. It originally referred to the rigorous training of athletes in ancient Greece, particularly in preparation for competitions such as the Olympic Games. Over time, this term evolved to acquire a broader meaning associated with self-discipline and self-denial, particularly in the context of religious practices. Many ancient philosophical schools, including Stoicism and certain branches of Buddhism and Christianity, advocated an ascetic lifestyle as a means to attain higher spiritual or ethical goals. The adverb 'ascetically' reflects this evolution, emphasizing actions characterized by self-restraint and simplicity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,560, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.