Abstainer

usgb/əbˈsteɪnər/
noun

A person who does not do something, usually something enjoyable or bad, because of their moral or health reasons.

He is an abstainer from alcohol and smoking for his health.
Visual representation of "abstainer" - A person who does not do something, usually something enjoyable or bad, because of their moral or health reasons.

Often appears as...

  • strict abstainer
  • total abstainer
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Personal Choice

Highlight that the abstention is voluntary and based on personal decisions related to morals or health.

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As a vegetarian and health conscious individual, she's an abstainer from meat.
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Not Negative

Reflects a positive or neutral self-imposed restriction, rather than being forced upon.

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Even though his friends drink, he's a proud abstainer from alcohol.
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Beyond Alcohol

Can apply to avoiding activities other than drinking, like gambling or eating junk food.

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She's an abstainer from online games to focus on her studies.
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