abstinent
1 synonym and 3 antonyms for abstinent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
abstentious
Antonyms
Etymology
First attested in the late 14th century as Middle English abstinent, abstynent, from Old French abstinent, from Latin abstinēns, present participle of abstineō. See abstain.
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