Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abstencao
Noun
/æbˈstɛnʃən/
Definition
Abstention is the act of refraining from voting or expressing an opinion on a particular issue.
Examples
- His abstention from the vote surprised many.
- The committee debated whether abstention should be recorded.
- After much consideration, she decided to abstain from the discussion.
Meaning
In a parliamentary context, abstention refers to the choice of an individual to not vote either for or against a proposed decision.
Synonyms
- Non-voting
- Disengagement
- Reticence