incontinence
Translation
incontinence, lack of self-restraint
Examples
Urinary incontinence is a common problem for older people.
Urinary incontinence is a common problem for older people.
He showed emotional incontinence after the accident.
He showed emotional incontinence after the accident.
Grammar Patterns
urinary/faecal incontinence the inability to control the bladder or bowels Urinary incontinence is a common problem.
emotional incontinence the inability to control the expression of emotions He showed emotional incontinence after the accident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unrestraint; Antonyms: continence, self-control
Etymology
From 'in-' (not) + 'con-' (together) + Latin 'tinere' (to hold) + '-ence' (noun suffix). Literally 'a state of not holding in/together'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the word 'contain'. Incontinence is the inability to 'contain' bodily fluids or emotions.