SUPREME WORD DU JOUR:
ASCECIS
PRONUNCIATION:
(uh-SEES-is)
MEANING
noun:
The practice of severe self-discipline or self-control. Also spelled as askesis.
The practice of severe self-discipline or self-control. Also spelled as askesis.
ETYMOLOGY:
From Greek askesis (exercise or training), from askein (to exercise or work) Earliest documented use 1873.
USAGE: “There are many adults who develop a rigid black and white dress code as a form of ascesis.” Gallina Stolyarova; Local Queen of Fashion Releases Her Second Book; The St. Petersburg Times (Russia): Feb 8, 2012
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