abstinent | अमरकोश - भारत का शब्दकोश

Meaning of word abstinent from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : A person who refrains from drinking intoxicating beverages.

Synonyms : abstainer, nondrinker

A person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess).

Meaning : Self-restraining. Not indulging an appetite especially for food or drink.

Example : Not totally abstinent but abstemious.

Synonyms : abstentious

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