Incontinence

noun

/ɪnˈkɒntɪnəns/

Word Frequency: 2.3

Definitions

1.nounLack of self-restraint, an inability to control oneself; unchastity.

2.noun(urology) The inability of any of the physical organs to restrain discharges of their contents; involuntary discharge or evacuation (of urine or feces).

Synonyms

acrasia incontinency dissoluteness self-gratification continence prostatectomy urine intemperance immoderation indulgence wantonness licentiousness

Antonyms

continence

Rhymes With

continence

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