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View synonyms for teetotalism

teetotalism

[ tee-toht-l-iz-uhm, tee-toht- ]

noun

  1. the principle or practice of total abstinence from intoxicating drink.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of teetotalism1

First recorded in 1825–35; teetotal + -ism
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Example Sentences

But if he did, it was in silence and darkness; with an ever-present feeling that teetotalism was his only true course.

The traveller in Newfoundland must reconcile himself to teetotalism and tea, unless he can carry his own liquor along.

I am still more than ever convinced that teetotalism is right and needful for the success of native Christian life in China.

Who but the veriest fanatic of teetotalism would grudge me those hours so gloriously redeemed?

It involves the title of this paper, and a little fair trying of teetotalism by its own tests.

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