What is the meaning of intemperance?

noun

  • The quality of being intemperate.
  • Consumption of alcoholic drinks.
  • Excess in action and immoderate indulgence of bodily appetites, especially in passion or indulgence.
    • usage: "the intemperance of their language"
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