Intemperance

C2 16+

Synonyms of intemperance

Antonyms of intemperance

Collocations of intemperance

excessive consumption
Frequency: 65 %

Her intemperance in excessive consumption of sweets led to health issues.

immoderate behavior
Frequency: 60 %

Her intemperance in immoderate behavior caused concern among her friends.

uncontrolled behavior
Frequency: 55 %

The intemperance of his uncontrolled behavior at the party embarrassed his friends.

unrestrained indulgence
Frequency: 50 %

The intemperance of his unrestrained indulgence in food was evident in his weight gain.

Idiomatic Expressions for intemperance

  • Phrase: eat like a pig
    Meaning: to consume food in a gluttonous or intemperate manner
    Usage: After the marathon, she ate like a pig at the buffet, devouring everything in sight.