Abstinent (Adjective)
Meaning
Self-restraining; not indulging an appetite especially for food or drink; "not totally abstinent but abstemious".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She had been abstinent from sweets for a month, determined to reach her weight loss goal.
- As a recovering addict, he had to remain abstinent from all substances to maintain his sobriety.
- The athlete was abstinent from caffeine and sugar during training to optimize her performance.
- After a health scare, he became abstinent from red meat and started following a vegetarian diet.
- The monk took a vow of chastity and was abstinent from all worldly desires, dedicating his life to spiritual pursuits.