self-renunciation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others
    abnegation; denial; self-abnegation; self-denial.

WordNet


Self`-re*nun`ci*a"tion noun
Definitions
  1. The act of renouncing, or setting aside, one's own wishes, claims, etc.; self-sacrifice.

Webster 1913