Word Meaning

Meaning of abstain

- To hold one's self aloof; to forbear or refrain voluntarily, and especially from an indulgence of the passions or appetites; -- with from.
- To hinder; to withhold.

Crossword clue for abstain

- Choose not to consume
- Choose not to vote
- Decline to vote
- Desist
- Desist, Refrain
- Forgo
- Formally decline to vote
- Go without
- Refrain
- Refrain (from)
- Refrain from taking part
- Refrain from voting
- Withhold vote to go without alcohol