temperantia — meaning in English
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English meaning
- moderation noun The avoidance of extremes; restraint.
- temperance noun Self-restraint, especially in eating, drinking, or other appetites.
Senses
temperantia is used for these senses in English:
- moderation The state or quality of being moderate; avoidance of extremes
- self-control The ability to control one's desires and impulses.
- temperance Habitual moderation in regard to the indulgence of the natural appetites and passions; restrained or moderate indulgence.
moderation — full definition
- noun The avoidance of extremes; restraint.
- noun The process of overseeing and enforcing rules in a discussion or online forum.
temperance — full definition
- noun Self-restraint, especially in eating, drinking, or other appetites.
- noun Moderation in, or complete avoidance of, alcohol.