What is the meaning of abnegate?

verb

  • Deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure.
    • usage: "She denied herself wine and spirits"
  • Surrender (power or a position. )
    • usage: "The King abnegated his power to the ministers"
  • Deny or renounce.
    • usage: "They abnegated their gods"
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