Continence
noun
The ability to hold in different body fluids in the bladder until a right place is found for elimination.
The old man was given medication to help maintain his continence.
Often appears as...
- maintain continence
- lose continence
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
The ability to control oneself, especially in terms of high moral standards.
The priest demonstrated continence by living a life without any physical pleasures.
Often appears as...
- demonstrate continence
- practise continence
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
The ability to hold in different body fluids in the bladder until a right place is found for elimination.
The old man was given medication to help maintain his continence.
Often appears as...
- maintain continence
- lose continence
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
The ability to control oneself, especially in terms of high moral standards.
The priest demonstrated continence by living a life without any physical pleasures.
Often appears as...
- demonstrate continence
- practise continence
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Usage
Used mainly in healthcare to discuss controlling bodily functions.
Her grandmother’s continence improved after the surgery.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Seniors
Although often associated with the elderly, continence issues can affect any age group.
The child was referred to a specialist for continence issues.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitive Subject
Continence can be a delicate topic; be empathetic when discussing it.
The counselor spoke about continence with sensitivity.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Usage
Used mainly in healthcare to discuss controlling bodily functions.
Her grandmother’s continence improved after the surgery.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Seniors
Although often associated with the elderly, continence issues can affect any age group.
The child was referred to a specialist for continence issues.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitive Subject
Continence can be a delicate topic; be empathetic when discussing it.
The counselor spoke about continence with sensitivity.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Usage
Used mainly in healthcare to discuss controlling bodily functions.
Her grandmother’s continence improved after the surgery.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Seniors
Although often associated with the elderly, continence issues can affect any age group.
The child was referred to a specialist for continence issues.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitive Subject
Continence can be a delicate topic; be empathetic when discussing it.
The counselor spoke about continence with sensitivity.
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Video examples
Luis H. Zayas: The...
who began to wet his bed again after years of continence. And the eight-year-old girl who was buckling under the pressure and was insisting that her mother breastfeed her. That is what detention does to children.
Video examples
Luis H. Zayas: The...
who began to wet his bed again after years of continence. And the eight-year-old girl who was buckling under the pressure and was insisting that her mother breastfeed her. That is what detention does to children.
Example 1 of 1
Quote examples
Meir Soloveichik
American Clergyman
For both Protestants and Catholics, and whether or not absolute continence is demanded of the clergy, celibacy remains a blessed spiritual state.
Quote examples
Saint Augustine
Saint
Give me chastity and continence, but not yet.
Quote examples
Meir Soloveichik
American Clergyman
For both Protestants and Catholics, and whether or not absolute continence is demanded of the clergy, celibacy remains a blessed spiritual state.
Quote examples
Saint Augustine
Saint
Give me chastity and continence, but not yet.
Example 1 of 2
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