What does abstention mean?

n. Choosing not to vote or participate in a decision.; Choosing not to do something, especially something considered enjoyable or tempting.

abstention

🇺🇸 /əbˈstenʃn/ 🇬🇧 /əbˈstenʃn/

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Choosing not to vote or participate in a decision.

Many people chose abstention in the election because they didn't agree with any of the candidates.

Choosing not to do something, especially something considered enjoyable or tempting.

For his health, he practiced abstention from sugary drinks.

Choosing not to vote or participate in a decision.; Choosing not to do something, especially something considered enjoyable or tempting.