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abstinence Synonyms

Another word for abstinence

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• noun (Context 1)

The fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol, rich food, or sexual activity, often for moral, religious, or health reasons.

Usage Example

"The physician recommended complete self-restraint from caffeine and alcohol during the six-week recovery period."

Strongest
self-restraint
temperance
Strong
sobriety
continence
teetotalism
celibacy
forbearance
self-denial
abstemiousness
asceticism

Opposites of abstinence

The opposite of abstinence shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

indulgence
self-indulgence
intemperance
excess
hedonism
gluttony
dissipation
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• Nearby Words

abstainer
abstemiously
abstention
abstinence
abstinent
abstract
abstracted

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Abstinence. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/abstinence
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