Meaning of the word incontinent in English
What does incontinent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
incontinent
US /ɪnˈkɑːn.tə.nənt/
UK /ɪnˈkɑːn.tə.nənt/
Adjective
1.
having no or insufficient voluntary control over urination or defecation
Example:
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The elderly patient was incontinent and required special care.
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Some medications can make a person temporarily incontinent.
Synonym:
2.
lacking self-restraint; uncontrolled
Example:
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His incontinent rage led him to smash the vase.
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She had an incontinent desire for chocolate.
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