Teetotal

/ˌtiːˈtəʊtl/

adjective

Choosing to never drink alcohol.

My uncle has been a teetotal for a long time after he stopped drinking alcohol completely.

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Indicates a positive and deliberate lifestyle choice often associated with health and discipline.

She decided to live a teetotal lifestyle to improve her wellness.

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Respect people's teetotal choice, especially since it can be for religious or cultural reasons.

In some cultures, being teetotal is highly regarded and common.

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Teetotal usually implies a long-term or permanent commitment, not just a temporary break from alcohol.

After joining the teetotal club, Mark never touched alcohol again.

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