ABSTINENCE Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word abstinence. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word abstinence. (close relations)

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abstain abstinent abstention

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	continence				nounn
	noun • the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters • voluntary control over urinary and fecal discharge
	moderation				nounn
	noun • quality of being moderate and avoiding extremes • a change for the better • the trait of avoiding excesses • the action of lessening in severity or intensity
	self-control				nounn
	noun • the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses • the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior
	temperance				nounn
	noun • the trait of avoiding excesses • abstaining from excess • the act of tempering
	abstention				nounn
	noun • the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol)

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