Synonyms of incontinence

incontinence

noun

as in excess

Synonyms & Similar Words

• excess
• licentiousness
• intemperance
• wantonness
• excessiveness
• wildness
• indulgence
• casualness
• permissiveness
• immoderacy
• free hand
• carelessness
• offhandedness
• carte blanche
• impulsivity
• recklessness
• impulsiveness
• heedlessness
• insouciance
• indiscretion
• blank check
• thoughtlessness
• exuberance
• zeal
• unrestraint
• fervor
• unself-consciousness
• warmth
• zealotry
• zealousness
• spontaneity
• abandonment
• ease
• lightheartedness
• enthusiasm
• naturalness
• spontaneousness
• abandon
• uninhibitedness
• spirit
• ardor
• unconstraint

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• restraint
• embarrassment
• constraint
• uneasiness
• suppression
• reticence
• inhibition
• repression
• reserve
• discretion
• self-consciousness
• discipline
• carefulness
• willpower
• self-restraint
• self-control
• discreetness
• heedfulness
• self-discipline
• self-denial
• self-mastery
• self-command

Examples of incontinence in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This can lead to urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction, like how childbirth affects women. —Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN, 7 Aug. 2024

Stress Incontinence Stress incontinence, also known as stress urinary incontinence (SUI), is the most common type of incontinence, particularly among younger women. —Jamin Brahmbhatt, Verywell Health, 29 July 2024

Urinary incontinence is a sign that your pelvic floor muscles, which support the bladder and urethra, need some medical attention. —Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN, 7 Aug. 2024

In addition to offering preventive screenings like STI testing, pap smears, and breast exams, gynecologists provide care for a wide range of conditions such as endometriosis, heavy menstrual bleeding, and urinary incontinence. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 19 July 2024