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- pronunciation:
- tem
p
rns
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tem
prns
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
moderation in action, emotion, speech, or the like; self-restraint.
- synonyms:
- moderation, restraint, self-control, self-restraint
- antonyms:
- excess, intemperance, intemperateness
- similar words:
- abstinence, continence, forbearance, reserve, self-denial, will power
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definition 2: |
habitual moderation in the use of alcoholic drink, or complete abstinence.
His doctor urged temperance, as his immoderate drinking and eating were endangering his health.- synonyms:
- abstemiousness, abstention, abstinence, sobriety, teetotalism
- antonyms:
- intemperance
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related words: |
abstention |
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