GRE Word List

TEETOTALISM

the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks

The meaning of the word teetotalism is the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks.

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unimpeachablenot impeachable: such as
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esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone
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