abstention
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7.2
- noun
- /æbˈstɛnʃən/
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abstinencia
- After a two-week run-in phase with caffeine abstention, we conducted an 8-week parallel-arm randomized controlled trial.
- abstention rates
That was the goal that turns out to be much more successful than when people take a abstention only approach.
- That was the goal that turns out to be much more successful than when people take a abstention only approach.
Examples
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There is a tendency nowadays to prize action above abstention.
Academic text (2000) -
Many people choose abstention from alcohol during the month of January as part of a health challenge.
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I thought abstention was only for alcohol.
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Over time, this process of high reproduction and abstention from military service may threaten Israel's survival from within.
Academic text (2002) -
Therefore, from this perspective, abstention from alcohol is often seen as the safest route to ensure godly, sober, Christian lifestyles.
Academic text (2008) -
His abstention from all social events reflected his commitment to a healthier lifestyle.
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The group agreed to practice abstention from unnecessary luxuries to save money.
Synonyms
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6.4
Choosing not to do things like drinking alcohol or having sex
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3.7
Keeping away from something or stopping it from happening
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6.1
Not taking part in an activity with other people
A choice to avoid something on purpose
Choosing not to enjoy pleasures or luxuries to control yourself
Choosing not to use something, for example not eating or drinking it
Not taking part in group activities or events
Not taking part in an activity, especially when others do it together
Not taking part in something like a group or activity
Antonyms
Compounds
How Restrained
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Abstention comes from the Latin parts ab- 'away' and tenere 'to hold', so it means 'holding yourself away'. Think of it as 'holding back' from pleasures like alcohol, which is why abstention can mean choosing not to take part in something enjoyable.