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abstention

[əbˈstenʃ(ə)n]

abstention Definition

the act or practice of refraining from taking part in a decision or vote, either as an individual or as a group.

Using abstention: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abstention" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The party called for abstention from the vote.

  • Example

    His abstention from the meeting was noted by the chairperson.

  • Example

    The company's abstention from the bidding process was surprising.

abstention Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for abstention

Phrases with abstention

  • the practice of not drinking alcoholic beverages

    Example

    He has been practicing abstention from alcohol for a year now.

  • the practice of not engaging in sexual activity

    Example

    Their religious beliefs require abstention from sex before marriage.

  • the practice of not eating food, often for religious or health reasons

    Example

    She observed a period of abstention from food during the fasting season.

Origins of abstention

from Latin 'abstentio', meaning 'withholding'

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Summary: abstention in Brief

'Abstention' [əbˈstenʃ(ə)n] refers to the act or practice of refraining from taking part in a decision or vote. It can be done individually or as a group, and is often used in political contexts. Phrases like 'abstention from alcohol' and 'abstention from sex' use 'abstention' to denote the practice of not engaging in certain activities, often for religious or health reasons.