Which word means to voluntarily refrain from something?

• A. Abstain
• B. Accountable
• C. Adhere
• D. Adverse

Answer: (A)

Abstain means to choose not to do something on purpose. It emphasizes voluntary restraint in a specific situation, such as choosing not to eat dessert, not to drink alcohol, or not to vote. That makes it the best fit for “voluntarily refrain from something.” The other words don’t convey this idea: accountable means responsible or answerable for something; adhere means to stick to or follow a rule; adverse describes something harmful or unfavorable. Example: I will abstain from caffeine today.