abstinence
Translation
abstinence, self-restraint, temperance
Examples
He practiced abstinence from alcohol.
He practised abstinence from alcohol.
The program promotes total abstinence for teens.
The programme promotes total abstinence for teens.
Grammar Patterns
((from sth.)) the practice of not doing or having (sth.) that you want. He practiced abstinence from alcohol.
Similar Words
Synonyms: self-restraint, temperance; Antonyms: indulgence, excess
Etymology
From Latin 'abstinere' (to hold back), from 'ab-' (from) + 'tenere' (to hold).
Memory Tips
Think of 'abs-' (away from) and '-tinence' (holding). You are 'holding away' from something.