Teetotaler

/ˈtiːˌtoʊ.təl.ər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who abstains from alcohol, particularly one who advocates for complete abstinence.

At the party, I realized I was the only teetotaler among my friends, who were all enjoying their drinks.

A person who promotes or supports the practice of abstaining from alcoholic beverages.

As a devoted teetotaler, she often writes articles urging others to consider the benefits of sobriety.

Someone who has made a personal decision to avoid alcohol for health, moral, or religious reasons.

His family raised him as a teetotaler, and he has continued that lifestyle into adulthood.

The word 'teetotaler' was popularized in the 1830s, deriving from the 'T' in 'total' with 'total' itself, implying complete abstinence.

dry as a teetotaler

Referring to someone who is completely abstinent, especially from alcohol.

teetotal movement

A social movement advocating for abstinence from alcohol.

teetotal lifestyle

A lifestyle that refrains from any use of alcohol.

abstinence

The fact of refraining from alcohol or other indulgences.

temperance

Moderation or self-restraint, especially in drinking alcohol.

sober

Not affected by alcohol; clear-headed.

non-drinker

He's such a non-drinker, he never touches a drop at parties.

dry

At the event, everyone knew they were in for a dry night.