teetotalism

noun

Definition of teetotalismnext
as in abstinence

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Recent Examples of teetotalism Arguably, the relationship between progressivism and teetotalism was further cemented during the Biden Administration. — Alexander Nazaryan, New Yorker, 29 Jan. 2026 Drink makers are also facing an existential threat from a growing tide of teetotalism, especially from Gen Z drinkers. — Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 30 Jan. 2024 Colorado Off-Slope Experience Even though Utah has a reputation for tilting toward teetotalism, this battle isn’t a walkover for Colorado. — Julie Jag, The Salt Lake Tribune, 19 Dec. 2022 For the past few years, Americans have increasingly dabbled with teetotalism. — Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 25 Jan. 2020 But as Disney World evolved, that teetotalism only applied to the original Magic Kingdom; the three other parks have served alcohol since their openings, beginning with Epcot in 1982. — Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Mar. 2019 Perhaps a sequel might suggest that Adolf Hitler’s teetotalism put him in a tetchy mood; a relaxing glass of schnapps might have kept him out of Poland. — New York Times, 30 May 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for teetotalism
  1. abstinence
  2. soberness
  3. sobriety
  4. rationality
  5. abstention
  6. abnegation
Noun
  • While harm reduction – a major component of opioid use disorder treatment – is being explored in alcohol use disorder, abstinence remains a mainstay of most approaches to this addiction.
    — Marie Doyle, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The World Health Organization says that this is possible — that with moderate drinking, even after long periods of abstinence, there are lots of people who find success of clinical significance and life improvement.
    — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of abstinence
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  • Because of the way the director works, emotions tend to be more discussed than felt, although there’s something about Carla’s desperation that pierces through all the soberness.
    — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 17 Feb. 2026
Definition of soberness
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  • Reddington argued that Vaughn's poor performance on field sobriety tests after refusing a breathalyzer was caused by the crash itself.
    — Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Many insurers also still require proof of sobriety or documented cirrhosis before covering direct-acting antivirals.
    — William A. Haseltine, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of sobriety
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  • These episodes cemented the importance of behavioral economics, revealing that human behavior often deviates from pure rationality, underscoring the need for robust financial regulation alongside monetary policy.
    — Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • But that would imply a level of awareness and rationality that many within left-wing sports media organizations simply do not possess.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Definition of rationality
Noun
  • The claim was allowed to stand because it was filed in a civil action outside the scope of church control, meaning that the abstention doctrine did not apply, the appeals court justices wrote.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Regardless, that was voted down 12 to seven, with one abstention.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of abstention
Noun
  • Not one for false abnegation of words distorted by smears, Rushdie doubles down on his right to freedom of expression, defending his dissent from religious orthodoxy.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 25 Jan. 2026
  • That, for me, feels like an abnegation of our responsibility in theater.
    — Sarah Crompton, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026
Definition of abnegation

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“Teetotalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teetotalism. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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