Temperance – Abstinence from alcoholic drink

(Pronounced tem-puh-ruhns)

To remember the definition of the word temperance, use the following mnemonic:

He lost his temper at the entrance (temperance), so the bouncers wouldn't let him in. There was to be no more alcohol.

Examples of temperance in a sentence

Determined to never become an alcoholic, Jonah exercised temperance at all times.

She knows how to exercise temperance, so she knows how to restrain herself.

Temperance is a great virtue.