Noun Definition

mortification

1.Definition: (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)

Category: General

2.Definition: an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect

Related Noun(s):humiliation

Category: General

3.Definition: strong feelings of embarrassment

Related Noun(s):chagrin, humiliation

Category: Feelings

4.Definition: the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)

Related Noun(s):gangrene, necrosis, sphacelus

Category: General