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.