Synonyms for

Abstention

Verb / ʌˈbstentʃʌn / / æˈbstentʃʌn / Another word for abstention — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of abstaining or refraining from something, especially a vote.

Synonyms & similar words

abstinence avoidance refusal restraint self-denial self-restraint withholding abnegation nonparticipation noninvolvement abstinence forbearance omission refraining shunning declination election

Example sentences

  1. Her abstention from eating junk food helped her lose weight.
  2. The student's abstention from cheating on the exam earned him high marks.
  3. The politician's abstention from voting on the controversial bill was seen as a political move.
  4. The athlete's abstention from alcohol and drugs helped him perform better in competitions.
  5. The company's abstention from using plastic straws helped reduce environmental waste.

Quotes

  • Abstention means you stayed at home or went to the beach and didn't bother to vote. It's not a conscious act of protest. It's a conscious decision not to participate.
  • The people who abstain are the purest democrats.
  • Abstention is a weapon, not a failure.

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