Definition of abstain

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  • abstain is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • abstain is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • abstain is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of abstain

  • choose not to consume (verb)

    Examples

    1. I abstain from alcohol

    Synonyms

    1. desist
    2. refrain
  • refrain from voting (verb)

See definition of abstain in Merriam Webster