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mortification vs mortify

mortify vs mortification

mortification is a noun but mortify is not a noun.

mortification is not a verb while mortify is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
mortification Yes No No No
mortify No No Yes No
mortification (noun) mortify (noun)
(Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)
an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
strong feelings of embarrassment
the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
mortification (verb) mortify (verb)
undergo necrosis
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
hold within limits and control
practice self-denial of one's body and appetites
Difference between mortification and mortify

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