Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abstention
noun
/æbˈstɛnʃən/
Definition
The act of refraining from doing something, especially from voting.
Examples
- The senator’s abstention from the vote surprised many constituents.
- She chose abstention regarding alcohol for health reasons.
- His abstention in the debate showed his neutrality on the issue.
Meaning
Abstention refers to the choice to not participate in an action, particularly abstaining from a vote or a decision.
Synonyms
- restraint
- refraining
- nonparticipation
- avoidance
