ABSTAIN Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the word abstain. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word abstain. (close relations)

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abstains abstainer abstinent abstemious abstention

Best Alternative Words for ABSTAIN


Rank	Word	Save?	More Syns..	Usage	Type
1	refrain				verb, nounv, n
2	desist				verbv
3	forbear				verbv
4	forgo				verbv
5	withhold				verbv
6	avoid				verbv
7	cease				verbv
8	eschew				verbv
9	renounce				verbv
10	deny				verbv
11	relinquish				verbv
12	give up				verbv

Best Hypernyms For ABSTAIN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for abstain, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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