Synonyms of self-sacrificing
7 similar words
Another word for self-sacrificing is self-denying. Other synonyms of self-sacrificing are abstemious, self-abnegatory, selfless and unselfish.
Synonyms and similar words for self-sacrificing
adjectiveMaking, or willing to make, a self-sacrifice.
- self-abnegatoryOf or relating to self-abnegation (the denial or invalidation of one's own needs, interests, etc. for the sake of...
- self-denyingWithout concern for one's own advantage; selfless or self-sacrificing.
- abstemiousSparing in the indulgence of the appetite or passions.
- otherish
- selflessHaving, exhibiting or motivated by no concern for oneself but for others; unselfish.
- self-flagellatorySelf-sacrificing.
- unselfishNot selfish.
Meaning of self-sacrificing
- adjective Making, or willing to make, a self-sacrifice.
Questions about synonyms of self-sacrificing
- What is another word for self-sacrificing?
- Self-sacrificing has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as self-denying, abstemious, self-abnegatory, selfless and unselfish.
- What does self-sacrificing mean?
- Self-sacrificing means making, or willing to make, a self-sacrifice.
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