incontinent — lacking self-control, especially regarding bodily functions or sexual desires
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lacking self-control, especially regarding bodily functions or sexual desires
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈkɑːntɪnənt/
Korean meaning: 자제력이 부족한, 특히 생리적 기능이나 성적 욕구를 조절하지 못하는
Korean pronunciation: 인**칸**티넌트
Example Sentences
- The elderly dog became incontinent and needed special care.
- My grandfather is incontinent when it comes to buying lottery tickets.
- The critic was incontinent in his harsh reviews of romantic comedies.
incontinent
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈkɑːntɪnənt//
lacking self-control, especially regarding bodily functions or sexual desires
An elderly man becomes incontinent while waiting in the park restroom line
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin incontinens, meaning 'not holding together' or 'lacking restraint'. The word originally described someone unable to control their impulses or desires, later narrowing to medical contexts.
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“The elderly dog became incontinent and needed special care.”
“My grandfather is incontinent when it comes to buying lottery tickets.”
“The critic was incontinent in his harsh reviews of romantic comedies.”
“She became completely incontinent of laughter watching the comedy show.”
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