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abstinent
Abstinent (adj) means choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
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Choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
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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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What is the meaning of abstinent?
"abstinent" (adj) means choosing not to give in to a desire, especially for food or drink.
What is another word for abstinent?
Other words for "abstinent" include abstentious.
What is the opposite of abstinent?
Opposites of "abstinent" include sensual, debauched, dissipated.
