34 abstention synonyms include abnegation, avoidance, eschewal, mortification, asceticism, forbearance, self-denial, frugality, sacrifice, and austerity. Abstention is a noun, and its antonyms are intemperance, excessiveness, and immoderation. Here are some additional synonyms for "abstention" with example sentences.
34 other ways to say abstention.
abstention from alcohol improved his health.
His abstention from voting affected the final result.
Religious reasons led to her abstention from certain foods.
She explained her abstention as a matter of principle.
The motion passed due to one key abstention.
Voter abstention remains a challenge in many democracies.