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Term: Renunciative

Definition:

A word used to describe something that involves or pertains to renunciation or the act of giving up.

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Senses:

1. Relating to the act of renouncing or abandoning something
2. Involving self-denial or sacrifice

Usages:

Popular Usage:

Many religious practices emphasize the renunciative aspect of giving up worldly attachments.

Local Usage:

In their culture, the act of renunciative meditation is believed to lead to spiritual enlightenment.

Sample Sentences:

1. After years of contemplation, she made the renunciative decision to leave her successful career and pursue a simpler life.

2. The ascetic monks practiced renunciative lifestyles, rejecting material possessions and living in solitude.

3. His renunciative approach to diet and exercise allowed him to attain optimal health and inner peace.

Related Products:

• Books on Renunciation
• Guided Meditation
• Self-Help Books