abstinent in Dutch
abstinent in Dutch is bescheiden, matig, sober — abstinent means choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
abstinent in Dutch
bescheiden
Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
matig
Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
sober
Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
zich onthoudend
Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
abstinent
One who abstains; a faster. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
onthouder
One who abstains; a faster. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
What does "abstinent" mean?
- adj Choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
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What is "abstinent" in Dutch?
"abstinent" in Dutch is bescheiden, matig, sober. abstinent means: Choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
Are there other ways to say "abstinent" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 6 translations listed for "abstinent": bescheiden, matig, sober, zich onthoudend, abstinent, onthouder.
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