mortification

Mortification has 5 syllables: mor · ti · fi · ca · tion.

noun. An instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect.

noun. The localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply).

noun. Strong feelings of embarrassment.

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).