Abstentious — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /əb-ˈsten(t)-shən/ ab·sten·tion

Meaning & Definition of Abstentious

Abstentious (noun)

  1. the act or practice of abstaining
  2. the act or practice of choosing not to do or have something
  3. a formal refusal to vote on something

Abstentious (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. given to or marked by restraint in the satisfaction of one's appetites

    "abstentious by nature, she eats only to satisfy actual hunger—never just for the sake of eating"

    similar: abstemious, abstinent, continent, self-abnegating, self-denying, sober, temperate
    related: ascetic, austere, disciplined, self-controlled, self-disciplined, self-governed
    opposite: self-indulgent
    near: gluttonous, greedy, rapacious, voracious, Cyrenaic, hedonistic, self-pleasing, sensual, sybaritic, voluptuous, voluptuary, masturbatory, onanistic

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Abstentious

The most common words with a similar meaning to Abstentious:

abstemious, abstinent, continent, self-abnegating, self-denying, sober, temperate

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Abstentious

Words with the opposite meaning of Abstentious:

self-indulgent

Related Words for Abstentious

ascetic, austere, disciplined, self-controlled, self-disciplined, self-governed

Near Antonyms of Abstentious

gluttonous, greedy, rapacious, voracious, Cyrenaic, hedonistic, self-pleasing, sensual, sybaritic, voluptuous, voluptuary, masturbatory, onanistic

Word Forms of Abstentious

Derived words: abstentious (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Abstentious

borrowed from Late Latin abstentiōn-, abstentiō, from Latin absten-, variant stem of abstinēre "to abstain" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of action nouns

First known use: 1521

Frequently Asked Questions about Abstentious

What does "Abstentious" mean?

"Abstentious" means the act or practice of abstaining. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: the act or practice of abstaining.

What is another word for "Abstentious"?

Other words for "Abstentious" include abstemious, abstinent, continent, self-abnegating, self-denying, sober and temperate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Abstentious" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Abstentious"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Abstentious". Common alternatives include abstemious, abstinent, continent, self-abnegating, self-denying, sober and temperate.

What is the opposite of "Abstentious"?

Antonyms of "Abstentious" include self-indulgent. Near antonyms include gluttonous, greedy, rapacious and voracious.

How do you use "Abstentious" in a sentence?

Examples of "Abstentious" in a sentence: "abstentious by nature, she eats only to satisfy actual hunger—never just for the sake of eating".

Is "Abstentious" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Abstentious" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Abstentious"?

"Abstentious" is pronounced /əb-ˈsten(t)-shən/ and divided into syllables as ab·sten·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Abstentious"?

"Abstentious" comes from borrowed from Late Latin abstentiōn-, abstentiō, from Latin absten-, variant stem of abstinēre "to abstain" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of action nouns. First known use: 1521.