abstinence — the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, especially alcohol or sex
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, especially alcohol or sex
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæbstɪnəns/
Korean meaning: 금욕, 금주, 절제 (특히 술이나 성적 욕구를 참는 것)
Korean pronunciation: 앱-스터-넌스 (강세: 앱)
Example Sentences
- After his doctor's warning, Tom's abstinence from pizza lasted exactly 3 hours.
- The monk's abstinence from worldly pleasures was admired by many.
- Her New Year's resolution of social media abstinence broke on January 2nd at 9 AM.
abstinence
NOUN//ˈæbstɪnəns//
the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, especially alcohol or sex
Everyone else reaches for it — he practices abstinence, and keeps his hand to himself.
Abs tin-tense from restraint — abstinence gains!
Abstinence builds continence — and continence builds prominence.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'abstinentia', derived from 'abstinere' meaning 'to hold back or refrain'. The word combines the prefix 'ab-' (away from) with 'tenere' (to hold or keep).
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📝Examples
“After his doctor's warning, Tom's abstinence from pizza lasted exactly 3 hours.”
“The monk's abstinence from worldly pleasures was admired by many.”
“Her New Year's resolution of social media abstinence broke on January 2nd at 9 AM.”
“Complete abstinence from caffeine gave her terrible headaches.”
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