definition of
abnegate

[1] #1 abnegate v. [deny] deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure; "She denied herself wine and spirits". wn

[2] #2 abnegate v. surrender (power or a position); "The King abnegated his power to the ministers". wn

[3] #3 abnegate v. deny or renounce; "They abnegated their gods". wn