英语词汇“abstention”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典-新都网

abstention

(æbstenʃən )

Word forms: abstentions

1. variable noun

Abstention is a formal act of not voting either for or against a proposal.

...a vote of sixteen in favor, three against, and one abstention.

The number of abstentions is likely to be crucial.

Abstention is traditionally high in Colombia.

Synonyms: abstaining, non-voting, refusal to vote

2. uncountable noun [oft N from n]

Abstention is the same as abstinence. [formal]

The goal is complete abstention from all mind-altering substances.

Synonyms: abstinence, refraining, avoidance, forbearance

单词	abstention
释义	abstention (æbstenʃən ) Word forms: abstentions 1. variable noun Abstention is a formal act of not voting either for or against a proposal. ...a vote of sixteen in favor, three against, and one abstention. The number of abstentions is likely to be crucial. Abstention is traditionally high in Colombia. Synonyms: abstaining, non-voting, refusal to vote 2. uncountable noun [oft N from n] Abstention is the same as abstinence. [formal] The goal is complete abstention from all mind-altering substances. Synonyms: abstinence, refraining, avoidance, forbearance
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