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- Dictionarytemperance/ˈtɛmp(ə)rəns/
noun
- 1. abstinence from alcoholic drink: "Davies was a strict advocate of temperance" Similar Opposite
- 2. the quality of moderation or self-restraint: "the whole multitude of men lack temperance in their lives, either from ignorance or from want of self-control" Similar Opposite
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noun. tem· per· ance ˈtem-p (ə-)rən (t)s. -pərn (t)s. Synonyms of temperance. 1. : moderation in action, thought, or feeling : restraint. 2. a. : habitual moderation in the indulgence of the appetites or passions. b. : moderation in or abstinence from the use of alcoholic beverages. Did you know?
TEMPERANCE definition: 1. control of your own behaviour, such as not drinking or eating too much 2. the habit of not…. Learn more.
Temperance is a major Athenian virtue, as advocated by Plato; self-restraint (sôphrosune) is one of his four core virtues of the ideal city. In " Charmides ", one of Plato's early dialogues, an attempt is made to describe temperance, but fails to reach an adequate definition.
Definition. Temperance is a moral virtue that involves moderation and self-control, especially regarding pleasures and desires. It signifies finding a balanced approach to enjoyment and restraint, allowing individuals to lead a harmonious life by avoiding excess.
TEMPERANCE meaning: 1. control of your own behaviour, such as not drinking or eating too much 2. the habit of not…. Learn more.
Temperance means restraint and moderation, but if you're talking about alcohol, temperance means not just drinking in moderation, it means not having it at all.
Temperance definition: moderation or self-restraint in action, statement, etc.; self-control.. See examples of TEMPERANCE used in a sentence.
Definition of temperance noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
noun. /ˈtɛmp (ə)r (ə)ns/ IPA: Dictionary definition of temperance. The practice of moderation or self-control, particularly in relation to pleasure and desires. "The monk lived a life of temperance, abstaining from worldly pleasures." Detailed meaning of temperance.
temperance in American English. (ˈtɛmpərəns ; ˈtɛmprəns ) noun. 1. the state or quality of being temperate; self-restraint in conduct, expression, indulgence of the appetites, etc.; moderation. 2. moderation in drinking alcoholic liquors or total abstinence from alcoholic liquors.
