Abstinence
Synonyms: Teetotalism, sobriety, abstention, celibacy, singleness, virginity, spinsterhood, self-denial, desisting, forbearing, withholding, refusal of, avoidance of, abjuration of, forgoing, doing without, temperance, abstemiousness, nephalism, chastity, continence, bachelorhood, self-restraint, refraining, holding back, keeping, renunciation of, declining, eschewal of, shunning, and going without.
Example Sentences
He practiced abstinence from alcohol.
Abstinence is part of many religious traditions.
She showed great discipline through abstinence.
The doctor recommended abstinence for better health.
Abstinence from sugar improved his energy levels.
They took a vow of abstinence.
Abstinence can be challenging but rewarding.
The program promotes abstinence as a choice.
He chose abstinence to focus on recovery.
Abstinence helped her achieve mental clarity.