Laxi Dictionary

American Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Searching for...

No matching words found

Try a different search term or browse the dictionary

Definition abstinence in American English

abstinence noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈæbstɪnəns/
1

the practice of avoiding something such as alcohol or sex

Example

When discussing HIV infection with young people, he stresses abstinence.

Synonyms and related words
abnegation digital detox sacrifice
Definition abstinence in American English