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: General2.Definition: an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
Related Noun(s):humiliation
Category: General3.Definition: strong feelings of embarrassment
Related Noun(s):chagrin, humiliation
Category: Feelings4.Definition: the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
Category: General