mortify
(verb)
verb
1. practice self-denial of one's body and appetites
Definition categories: emotion, crucify, mortify, subdue, check, condition, discipline, train
2. hold within limits and control
- mortify the flesh
Similar word(s): crucify, subdue
Definition categories: emotion, check, contain, control, curb, hold, moderate
3. cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
Similar word(s): abase, chagrin, humble, humiliate
Definition categories: emotion, bruise, hurt, injure, offend, spite, wound
4. undergo necrosis
Similar word(s): gangrene, necrose, sphacelate
Definition categories: body, rot, waste
Sentences with mortify as a verb:
- Some people seek sainthood by mortifying the body.