temperance — moderation or self-restraint, especially in eating and drinking
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: moderation or self-restraint, especially in eating and drinking
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtempərəns/
Example Sentences
- The monk's temperance was legendary - he ate only one meal a day.
- After discovering the office vending machine, Bob's temperance went out the window.
- Her temperance at the all-you-can-eat buffet impressed everyone.
temperance
NOUN[/ˈtempərəns/]
moderation or self-restraint, especially in eating and drinking
At the feast, the monk practices temperance while others overindulge.
Through temperance and reverence, he finds deliverance!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'temperantia' meaning moderation and self-restraint. It was one of the four cardinal virtues in ancient Roman philosophy, emphasizing balance and harmony in life.
Breakdown
temperantia (Latin root meaning 'moderation, proper mixture') + -ance (noun suffix indicating state or quality)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The monk's temperance was legendary - he ate only one meal a day.”
“After discovering the office vending machine, Bob's temperance went out the window.”
“Her temperance at the all-you-can-eat buffet impressed everyone.”
“The 19th-century temperance movement led to Prohibition in America.”
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