ABSTEMIOUSNESS

abstemiousness

(noun) moderation in eating and drinking

abstemiousness

(noun) restricted to bare necessities

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

abstemiousness (uncountable)

The quality of being abstemious, temperate, or sparing, particularly in the use of food and strong drinks. [from early 17th c.]

Usage notes

• It expresses a greater degree of abstinence than temperance.

Source: Wiktionary

Ab*ste"mi*ous*ness, n.

Definition: The quality of being abstemious, temperate, or sparing in the use of food and strong drinks. It expresses a greater degree of abstinence than temperance.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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