abstinence
word
Definition
The practice of choosing not to do or eat something, especially for health or religious reasons; most commonly refers to avoiding alcohol or sex.
Usage & Nuances
More formal or academic term, most common with 'abstinence from alcohol' or 'sexual abstinence.' Used mainly in health, religious, or counseling contexts. Not typically used in day-to-day conversation.
Spanish: abstinenciaPortuguese (BR): abstinênciaPortuguese (PT): abstinênciaChinese (Simplified): 节制 - 禁欲Chinese (Traditional): 節制 - 禁慾Hindi: संयमArabic: الامتناعBengali: সংযম - বিরত থাকাRussian: воздержаниеJapanese: 禁欲 - 節制Vietnamese: kiêng khem - tiết chếKorean: 금욕 - 절제Turkish: perhiz - çekinmeUrdu: پرہیز - اجتنابIndonesian: abstinensi - menahan diri
Example Sentences
She practices abstinence from alcohol for her health.
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Abstinence can help people avoid addiction.
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Some religions encourage abstinence before marriage.
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His doctor recommended abstinence from sugar to control his diabetes.
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Maintaining abstinence isn’t easy, but it’s worth it for long-term health.
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They talked about abstinence during a school health class.
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