Enter the word for search

temperance

temperancenoun

Translations

He practiced temperance in his eating habits.

Он практиковал воздержанность в своих пищевых привычках.

Temperance is key to a balanced lifestyle.

Умеренность - ключ к сбалансированному образу жизни.

Additional translations

Definitions

The practice of moderation, especially in the consumption of alcohol.

The temperance movement in the 19th century aimed to reduce the consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Self-restraint or moderation in action, thought, or feeling.

Her temperance in handling the heated debate was commendable.

Synonyms

temperanceproper noun

Definitions

A female given name originating from the abstract noun meaning ‘moderation’.

Temperance was excited for her first day at school.