Definitions and Examples of abstain, moderate
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To refrain from doing something, especially something pleasurable or satisfying.
Example
He decided to abstain from alcohol during the party to avoid getting drunk.
Kept within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme.
Example
She tried to maintain a moderate pace during the marathon to conserve her energy.
Key Differences: abstain vs moderate
- 1Abstain means to completely refrain from doing something, while moderate means to keep within reasonable limits.
- 2Abstain is often used in the context of avoiding something altogether, while moderate is used to describe doing something in a controlled way.
Effective Usage of abstain, moderate
- 1Health and Fitness: Use moderate to describe healthy habits such as exercise and diet.
- 2Self-Control: Use abstain to describe situations where you need to resist temptation or avoid harmful behaviors.
- 3Social Situations: Use moderate to describe appropriate behavior in social situations such as drinking alcohol or eating at a party.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of overindulge are abstain and moderate. Abstain means to completely refrain from doing something, while moderate means to keep within reasonable limits. Use these words to describe healthy habits, self-control, and appropriate behavior in social situations.
