abstention
Translation
abstention, abstinence, refrainment
Examples
There were ten votes in favour, six against, and three abstentions.
There were ten votes in favor, six against, and three abstentions.
His abstention from fatty foods improved his health.
His abstention from fatty foods improved his health.
Grammar Patterns
an instance of not voting There were three abstentions.
((from sth.)) the act of refraining from (sth.) His abstention from fatty foods was wise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refrainment, non-participation; Antonyms: participation, vote
Etymology
A noun from the verb 'abstain'. The suffix '-tion' denotes an action or state.
Memory Tips
The '-tion' suffix means 'the act of', so this is 'the act of abstaining'.