Abstemiousness

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /æbˈsti.mi.É™s.nÉ™s/, /É™bˈsti.mi.É™s.nÉ™s/

Origin

abstemious + -ness

Full definition of abstemiousness

Noun

1. The quality of being abstemious, temperate, or sparing, particularly in the use of food and strong drinks. First attested in the early 17^th century.

Usage notes

It expresses a greater degree of abstinence than temperance.