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abstinate

 

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Abstinate

Definition:

(adjective) Displaying stubborn or persistent refusal to change one's actions or beliefs.

(verb) To stubbornly refuse or avoid doing something.

Examples:

(adjective)

  • Despite the overwhelming evidence, he remained abstinate in his opinions.
  • She was known for her abstinate attitude towards new technologies.

(verb)

  • He abstinated from participating in any discussions about politics.
  • The company abstinated from taking any risks and thus missed out on potential opportunities.

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