abstinent — practicing restraint from indulging in something, typically alcohol or food
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: practicing restraint from indulging in something, typically alcohol or food
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæbstɪnənt/
Example Sentences
- The monk has been abstinent from worldly pleasures for decades.
- My friend became abstinent from social media and now actually talks to people in real life!
- She remained abstinent from caffeine during pregnancy.
abstinent
ADJECTIVE[/ˈæbstɪnənt/]
practicing restraint from indulging in something, typically alcohol or food
a person sits at a dinner table while firmly but kindly raising their hand to decline a glass of wine being offered by a waiter. The waiter holds a bottle and glass while the person shakes their head with a gentle smile. Around the table, other guests are drinking and eating freely while chatting and laughing. The person instead reaches for a glass of water, showing their choice to avoid alcohol. Friends nearby nod respectfully at their decision without pressure. someone practicing restraint from indulging in alcohol despite being in a social setting where others are drinking
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'abstinere' meaning 'to hold back' or 'refrain from.' The word was commonly used in medieval monasteries to describe the practice of self-denial and restraint from worldly pleasures.
Breakdown
abs- (away from) + -tin- (to hold) + -ent (adjective suffix meaning 'characterized by')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The monk has been abstinent from worldly pleasures for decades.”
“My friend became abstinent from social media and now actually talks to people in real life!”
“She remained abstinent from caffeine during pregnancy.”
“After being abstinent from shopping for a month, her wallet finally smiled.”
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