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Topic: Health

abstainer

IPA: /æbˈsteɪnər/

KK: /æb'steɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who chooses not to do something, especially something enjoyable or tempting, like drinking alcohol.

Example: As an abstainer, she chose not to drink alcohol at the party.

abstemious

IPA: //æbˈstiːmiəs//

KK: /æbˈstiːmiəs/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who is moderate and self-restrained, especially when it comes to eating and drinking. It refers to a lifestyle that avoids excess and focuses on moderation.

Example: The hermit led an abstemious way of life, avoiding excess in all things.

abstemiously

IPA: /æbˈstiːmiəsli/

KK: /æbˈstimiəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows self-control or moderation, especially when it comes to eating or drinking.

Example: She abstemiously enjoyed her meal, taking only small portions.

abstemiousness

IPA: /æbˈstiːmiəsnəs/

KK: /æbˈstiːmiəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being moderate and self-restrained, especially in eating and drinking. It refers to a careful and disciplined approach to consuming food and beverages, avoiding excess.

Example: His abstemiousness at the dinner party impressed everyone, as he chose to eat only a small portion of food and avoided alcohol.

abstentious

IPA: /æbˈstɛnʃəs/

KK: /æbˈstɛnʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who practices self-control and avoids indulgence in pleasures or desires.

Example: He led an abstentious lifestyle, avoiding excess in all forms.

abstinence

IPA: /ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/

KK: /ˈæbstəˌnəns/

noun

Definition: The practice of not indulging in certain desires or appetites, particularly avoiding alcohol or sexual activity.

Example: His commitment to abstinence helped him focus on his studies without distractions.

abstinent

IPA: /ˈæb.stɪ.nənt/

KK: /ˈæbstəˌnənt/

adjective

Definition: Choosing not to indulge in certain pleasures or desires, especially related to food, drink, or sexual activity. This means practicing self-control and moderation.

Example: He has been abstinent from alcohol for over a year now.

noun

Definition: A person who chooses not to engage in certain activities, especially those related to indulgence or excess, such as drinking alcohol or having sexual relations.

Example: As an abstinent individual, she chose to avoid alcohol at the party.

abulia

IPA: /əˈbjuːliə/

KK: /əˈbyulēə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person has difficulty making decisions or taking action on their own.

Example: The patient's abulia made it difficult for him to choose even simple options, like what to eat for lunch.

abusable

IPA: /əˈbjuːzəbl/

KK: /əˈbjuːzəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be misused or treated badly.

Example: The system has several abusable features that can be exploited by users.

abuse

IPA: /əˈbjuːz/

KK: /əˈbyuz/

noun

Definition: This term refers to harmful or wrongful actions, often involving mistreatment or misuse of power. It can also describe offensive language or physical harm inflicted on someone.

Example: The organization works to prevent child abuse and support victims.

transitive verb

Definition: To treat someone or something in a harmful or cruel way, often by using them wrongly or unfairly. This can include speaking to them in a hurtful manner, causing physical harm, or misusing something.

Example: He was accused of abusing his power as a manager.

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