incontinence
- noun
- /ɪnˈkɒntɪnəns/
- NSFW
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- The QIS can be used to identify specific areas of care, such as prevention and treatment of incontinence or meeting residents' nutritional needs.
We know, going all the way back to what Aristotle called wide eyed incontinence.
- We know, going all the way back to what Aristotle called wide eyed incontinence.
- Lewdness, jokes, petulance and all incontinence.
Examples
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The doctor explained that incontinence can result from various factors, including certain medications and weakened pelvic muscles.
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Programs focused on bladder training can greatly improve the quality of life for those suffering from incontinence.
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The second most prevalent health condition for both genders was urinary incontinence, followed by heart attack for men and diabetes and cancer for women.
Academic text (1995) -
Similar savings are possible by postponing the onset of urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease.
Academic text (1995) -
Regular sex or masturbation works out your pelvic floor muscles to prevent erectile dysfunction and incontinence.
Blog text (19) -
Many elderly people experience incontinence, which can be a challenging issue to manage.
Synonyms
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9.1
Not having control over what you do, especially eating or drinking too much
A lack of moral control that makes a person enjoy too many physical pleasures
Antonyms
Compounds
- Specialized
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4.3
Not being able to control urine so it comes out without meaning to
- Specialized
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6.2
Leak urine during actions that put pressure on the bladder, like coughing, laughing, or lifting
A disposable or reusable garment to absorb urine and protect clothes and bedding
- Specialized
The bladder becomes too full and slowly leaks urine because it cannot empty
How Controlled
Surface Forms
Morphology
incontinence = continence (transparent) = in + continent + ence
This is standard negative prefixation from 'continence', producing the clear opposite meaning.
Etymology
Incontinence comes from in- 'not' and the root contain 'to hold', so a helpful way to remember it is 'not able to hold back'. That's why it also means a lack of self-restraint, especially giving in to desire or pleasure.