Abstinence: meaning, definitions and examples

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abstinence

 

[ หˆรฆb.stษช.nษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

health

The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or food.

Synonyms

restraint, self-denial, sobriety

Examples of usage

  • Many people choose abstinence as a way to improve their health.
  • Abstinence from alcohol is recommended for pregnant women.
  • She decided to practice abstinence from fast food to lose weight.
Context #2 | Noun

sex education

The practice of refraining from engaging in sexual activity.

Synonyms

celibacy, chastity, virginity

Examples of usage

  • Abstinence is often taught as a method of preventing sexually transmitted infections.
  • Some people choose abstinence as a personal commitment.
  • They promote abstinence as the safest form of birth control.

Translations

Translations of the word "abstinence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น abstinรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคฏเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Abstinenz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pantang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒั‚ั€ะธะผะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ abstynencja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฆๆฌฒ (ใใ‚“ใ‚ˆใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท abstinence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ abstinencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท perhiz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธˆ์š•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุงู…ุชู†ุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ abstinence

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ abstinencia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Š‚ๅˆถ (jiรฉzhรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ abstinenca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bindindi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฑัั‚ะธะฝะตะฝั†ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒแƒ•แƒจแƒ”แƒ™แƒแƒ•แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ abstinensiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ abstinencia

Etymology

The word 'abstinence' originated from the Latin word 'abstinentia', meaning 'refraining'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, including health, religion, and education. The concept of abstinence has been promoted for its benefits in promoting self-control, discipline, and health. It continues to be a topic of discussion in modern society, particularly in relation to alcohol, food, and sexual activity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,488, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.