Abstinence

September 5, 2026 Sonu 1 min read

Abstinence

Noun
अभ्यास या धार्मिक अभ्यास के रूप में यौन संबंधों से बचने की इच्छा
Definition

Voluntary refraining from indulging in sexual activity, typically as a form of self-discipline or religious practice.

Contextual Sentence: "The monk practiced abstinence from worldly pleasures to attain spiritual enlightenment during the UPSC preparation phase."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think of 'A' for 'Avoiding' sexual temptations like a monk avoiding distractions.
Synonyms
self-denial chastity renunciation
Antonyms
indulgence profligacy lewdness