substinence ( synonym found)
Definition of substinence:

°The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire.
"The abstinence from a present pleasure that offers itself is a pain, nay, oftentimes, a very great one. -- John Locke"
°Specifically, the practice of abstaining from intoxicating/alcoholic beverages (also called total abstinence, teetotalism).
Definition of substinence:

°The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire.
"The abstinence from a present pleasure that offers itself is a pain, nay, oftentimes, a very great one. -- John Locke"
°Specifically, the practice of abstaining from intoxicating/alcoholic beverages (also called total abstinence, teetotalism).
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