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incontinent

The word “incontinent” has 4 syllables: in-con-ti-nent

It's pronounced as /ɪnˈkɑːn.tə.nənt/

What is synonym and antonym for incontinent?

In the thesaurus, “incontinent” has 30 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for incontinent along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for incontinent

Antonyms for incontinent

  • abstemious
  • abstinent
  • ascetic
  • austere
  • continent
  • disciplined
  • restrained
  • self-abnegating
  • self-controlled
  • self-denying
  • self-disciplined
  • self-governed
  • sober
  • spartan
  • temperate

Meanings of incontinent

  • noun
    1. One who is unchaste.
  • adjective
    1. (often followed by of) Unable to contain or retain.
    2. Plagued by incontinence; lacking the ability to restrain natural discharges or evacuations of urination or defecation.
    3. Lacking moral or sexual restraint, moderation or self-control, especially of sexual desire.
    4. Unrestrained or unceasing.
    5. Immediate; without delay.
  • adverb
    1. Immediately, forthwith.

Example Sentences

  • The patient became incontinent after the surgery.
  • Some elderly individuals may become incontinent because of medical conditions.
  • The nurse cared for an incontinent resident at the clinic.
  • He required special treatment after becoming incontinent.
  • Doctors explained why the condition made the patient temporarily incontinent.

On this page you'll find 45 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to incontinent, such as: abstemious, abstinent, ascetic, austere, carnal, continent, decadent.

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