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askesis

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2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

askesis

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

askesis is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, askesis is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofaskesis

1noun
  • (Rigorous) self-discipline, particularly as a religious observance; asceticism.
  • (specifically) The praxis or "exercise" of asceticism and self-denial of impulses or passions for the sake of piety, theosis, and connection with God.
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