Meaning of the word abstinence in English
What does abstinence mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
abstinence
US /ˈæb.stə.nəns/
UK /ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/
Noun
the fact of not doing something, usually something that is considered harmful such as drinking alcohol or using a drug:
Example:
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We found that with abstinence from smoking, the severity of symptoms decreased.