Sobriety

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who abstains, especially from indulgence in alcoholic beverages; a teetotaler

  • The abstainer refused to partake in the wine tasting event.
  • She's always been an abstainer when it comes to alcohol.
  • He's a total abstainer when it comes to junk food.
  • Being an abstainer from social media, she enjoyed a more peaceful and focused life.

noun the act of refraining from something, especially from voting

adjective related to the act of abstaining

  • The committee recorded an abstention from voting on the controversial proposal.
  • She decided to abstain from voting because she couldn't make up her mind.
  • I'm just gonna sit this one out and abstain from the whole voting process.
  • His abstention from the argument spoke volumes about his disinterest in the topic.

noun the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, especially alcohol or sex

  • Medical professionals often recommend abstinence from alcohol during pregnancy.
  • I'm practicing abstinence from junk food this month to improve my health.
  • I'm on an abstinence kick right now, trying to detox from all the partying.
  • His abstinence from social media was a refreshing change, allowing him to focus on more meaningful activities.