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[せつ(節)·よく(慾)]
setsuyoku
noun, suru verb

Alternate Written Forms:

[せつ(節)·よく(欲)]
setsuyoku
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Root Words:

[せつ(節) + よく(慾)]
setsu + yoku

English Meaning(s) for 節慾

noun, suru verb
  1. control one's desires; abstinence
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Definition and Synonyms for 節慾

Abstinence act or practice of refraining from indulging an appetite
Synonyms: 忌み, 忌む, 禁欲, 禁酒, 節欲

Meanings for each kanji in 節慾

» node; season; period; occasion; verse; clause; stanza; honor; joint; knuckle; knob; knot; tune; melody
» covetousness; greed; passion; desire; craving

Categories 節慾 is a member of

Self-Discipline the act of denying yourself
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