Abstain

verbSATMedium

Definition

to restrain oneself from doing something

Example Usage

"She abstained from voting."

Synonyms

refraindesistforbearhold back

Antonyms

indulgeparticipate

Tags

#sat#academic#verb#sat#medium

How to Use "Abstain"

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Context

This word is commonly used in SAT contexts. It's a medium level word.

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In Writing

Use "Abstain" to make your writing more precise. It works well in formal and academic contexts.

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Remember

Associate "Abstain" with its synonyms: refrain, desist, forbear. This helps with recall.

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