음식이나 술, 담배 등 즐거움을 주는 것을 스스로 억제하고 삼가는 행위.
The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, particularly alcohol, food, or tobacco.
예문:
"His doctor recommended total abstinence from caffeine to improve his sleep quality."
"The monk's life was defined by strict abstinence and daily meditation."
도덕적, 종교적 또는 건강상의 이유로 성관계를 피하는 관습.
The practice of refraining from sexual activity, often for moral, religious, or health reasons.
예문:
"Some young adults choose abstinence until they find a committed partner."
"The program promotes abstinence as the most effective way to avoid certain health risks."
자본 축적이나 저축을 위해 현재의 소비를 억제하는 행위.
The act of refraining from current consumption in order to accumulate capital or savings.
예문:
"Capital formation is essentially the result of abstinence from immediate spending."
"In classical economics, interest was viewed as compensation for the lender's abstinence."