Synonyms for Abstemious
Top synonyms for “abstemious”: light(a), abstemiousness, abstentious, abstinent, ascetic, ascetical, austere, spartan, and 1 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)sparing in consumption of especially food and drink“the pleasures of the table, never of much consequence to one naturally abstemious”
- (adjective)marked by temperance in indulgence“abstemious with the use of adverbs”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "abstemious"?
Common synonyms for "abstemious" include light(a), abstemiousness, abstentious, abstinent, ascetic, ascetical. Our thesaurus lists 9 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "abstemious"?
Antonyms for "abstemious" include gluttonous. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "abstemious" mean?
sparing in consumption of especially food and drink Example: "the pleasures of the table, never of much consequence to one naturally abstemious"
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