abstinence
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/
Definition
The act of voluntarily choosing not to do or have something, especially something considered pleasurable or potentially harmful.
Examples
Total abstinence from tobacco is the most effective way to reduce the risk of lung disease.
Some religious traditions encourage periods of abstinence as a form of spiritual discipline.
His long-term abstinence from gambling helped him regain control over his personal finances.
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