abstinence in Spanish
abstinence in Spanish is abstinencia, vigilia — abstinence means the practice of deliberately avoiding something one wants, such as food, alcohol, or sex.
abstinence in Spanish
abstinencia
abstinencia
The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire or appetite. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
vigilia
The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire or appetite. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
vigilia
The practice of self-denial; self-restraint; forebearance from anything. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
abstinencia
The practice of self-denial; self-restraint; forebearance from anything. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
What does "abstinence" mean?
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noun The practice of deliberately avoiding something one wants, such as food, alcohol, or sex.
"He practised total abstinence from alcohol after the diagnosis."
abstinence in a sentence
- He practised total abstinence from alcohol after the diagnosis.
- The programme teaches abstinence as one method of prevention.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "abstinence" in Spanish?
"abstinence" in Spanish is abstinencia, vigilia. abstinence means: The practice of deliberately avoiding something one wants, such as food, alcohol, or sex.
How do you use "abstinence" in a sentence?
Example: "He practised total abstinence from alcohol after the diagnosis." In Spanish, "abstinence" is abstinencia, vigilia.
Are there other ways to say "abstinence" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "abstinence": abstinencia, vigilia.
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