Abstinence

//ˈæb.stɪ.nəns//

Word Type

Noun

The word "abstinence" can be used as a noun.

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Derived Terms

abstinence of war abstinence only abstinence ring abstinence syndrome abstinence theory abstinency fapstinence inabstinence neonatal abstinence syndrome

Context

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

self-control self-denial self-discipline

Type Of (IsA)

inaction self denial self discipline

Related Terms

abstemious abstinent asexual continence

Related Terms

abstaining abstention asexual continence indulge refrain self denial

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