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abstention vs self-discipline

self-discipline vs abstention

abstention and self-discipline both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
abstention Yes No No No
self-discipline Yes No No No
As nouns, self-discipline is a hypernym of abstention; that is, self-discipline is a word with a broader meaning than abstention:
  • abstention: the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol)
  • self-discipline: the trait of practicing self discipline
Other hypernyms of abstention include self-denial.
abstention (noun) self-discipline (noun)
the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses
the trait of practicing self discipline
Difference between abstention and self-discipline

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