ascetic vs sociable

ascetic

noun
  • One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence. 

adj
  • Characterized by rigorous self-denial or self-discipline; austere; abstinent; involving a withholding of physical pleasure. 

  • Of or relating to ascetics 

sociable

adj
  • Tending to socialize or be social. 

  • Offering opportunities for conversation; characterized by much conversation. 

noun
  • A four-wheeled open carriage with seats facing each other. 

  • A couch with a curved S-shaped back. 

  • An informal party or church meeting for purposes of socializing. 

  • A bicycle or tricycle for two persons side by side. 

  • A sociable person. 

How often have the words ascetic and sociable occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )