Meaning
self-sacrifice, dedication
- Selfless devotion to a cause, duty, or person at the expense of one's own desires or interests.
In a sentence
I medici hanno lavorato con ammirevole abnegazione durante l'emergenza.
The doctors worked with admirable selflessness during the emergency.
Il suo spirito di abnegazione è stato premiato con una medaglia al valore.
His spirit of self-sacrifice was rewarded with a medal of valor.
Non tutti comprendono l'abnegazione richiesta da questa professione.
Not everyone understands the dedication required by this profession.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| abnegazione | feminine · singular |
| abnegazioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Formal: used in elevated or official language to praise profound dedication.
- Typically singular; plural 'abnegazioni' is exceedingly rare.