abstinent
abs
ˈæbs
ābs
ti
ti
nent
nənt
nēnt

Definition & Meaning of "abstinent"in English

Abstinent
01

a person who does not consume alcoholic drinks 

Grammatical Information
Examples
The abstinent declined the offer of wine at dinner. 
abstinent
01

practicing self-restraint, especially from food or drink 

Formal
Grammatical Information
Examples
His abstinent lifestyle helped him maintain his health. 
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