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continence

4 antonyms for continence — opposites grouped by meaning.

Noun — The ability to control when you urinate or pass a stool.

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1. noun

The ability to control when you urinate or pass a stool.

continency

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2. noun

Self-control, especially avoiding or holding back from sexual activity.

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Etymology

Recorded from the 14th century as Middle English contynence, from Old French continence, from Latin continentia, meaning ‘a repression’. See also countenance.

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