What does "nephalism" mean?

The practice of abstaining completely from the drinking of alcohol; teetotalism

What is a synonym for "nephalism"?

Common synonyms include: abstention, abstinence, asceticism, avoidance, celibacy, chastity.

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The practice of abstaining completely from the drinking of alcohol; teetotalism obsolete, uncountable
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From Ancient Greek νηφάλιος (nēphálios, “sober”), from νήφω (nḗphō, “to be sober”).