1. Noun
The act of mortifying, or the condition of being mortified
2. Noun
The death of one part of an animal body, while the rest continues to live; loss of vitality in some part of a living animal; gangrene.
3. Noun
Destruction of active qualities; neutralization.
4. Noun
Subjection of the passions and appetites, by penance, absistence, or painful severities inflicted on the body.
5. Noun
Hence: Deprivation or depression of self-approval; abatement or pride; humiliation; chagrin; vexation.
6. Noun
That which mortifies; the cause of humiliation, chagrin, or vexation.
7. Noun
A gift to some charitable or religious institution; -- nearly synonymous with mortmain.
8. Noun
the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare
9. Noun
strong feelings of embarrassment
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
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