Abstinent Synonyms

14 abstinent synonyms include ascetic, ascetical, abstemious, temperate, sober, continent, self-denying, self-abnegating, abstentious, and austere. Abstinent is an adjective, and its antonyms are gluttonous, hedonistic, and sensual. Here are some additional synonyms for "abstinent" with example sentences.

Another word for Abstinent

14 other ways to say abstinent.

  • temperate  
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  • sober  
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  • self-governed  
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  • self-disciplined  
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  • self-denying  
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  • self-controlled  
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  • self-abnegating  
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  • disciplined  
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  • continent  
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  • austere  
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  • ascetical  
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  • ascetic  
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  • abstentious
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  • abstemious
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Use abstinent in a Sentence

abstinent behavior is part of his belief system.

Being abstinent helped him regain control.

He remained abstinent during the recovery period.

She chose to stay abstinent before marriage.

The program encourages young people to be abstinent.