abstain
verb | /abstain/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to deliberately avoid or give up something (often voting or consumption)
abstain
verb | /abstain/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto deliberately avoid or give up something (often voting or consumption)
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Synonyms
forbearrefrainwithholdeschew
Antonyms
indulgesubmitgive in
Examples
"Several members chose to abstain from the controversial vote."
"She decided to abstain from alcohol during the challenge."
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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