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Synonyms of abstinent

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Another word for abstinent is sober. Other synonyms of abstinent are temperate, abstemious and abstentious.

Synonyms and similar words for abstinent

adjectiveRefraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite.

  • abstemiousRefraining from freely consuming food or strong drink; sparing in diet; abstinent, temperate.
  • continent
  • temperateModerate in the indulgence of the natural appetites or passions.
  • abstentiousCharacterized by abstinence; self-restraint.
  • soberNot given to excessive drinking of alcohol.
  • spareful obsoleteAbstemious; Lacking in appetite or vitality.

Meaning of abstinent

  1. adjective Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite.
  2. noun One who abstains; a faster.

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Questions about synonyms of abstinent

What is another word for abstinent?
Abstinent has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as sober, temperate, abstemious and abstentious.
What does abstinent mean?
Abstinent means refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite.

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