mortify - Meaning in Marathi

mortify - Meaning in Marathi

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Definitions and Meaning of mortify in English

mortify verb

1. undergo necrosis

   Synonyms

   gangrene, necrose, sphacelate

   Example

   • "the tissue around the wound necrosed"
2. cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of

   Synonyms

   abase, chagrin, humble, humble, humiliate

   Example

   • "He humiliated his colleague by criticising him in front of the boss"
3. hold within limits and control

   Synonyms

   crucify, subdue

   Examples

   • "mortify the flesh"
   • "subdue one's appetites"
4. practice self-denial of one's body and appetites

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