Definition of Desist in English :

Define Desist in English

Desist meaning in English

Meaning of Desist in English

Pronunciation of Desist in English

Desist pronunciation in English

Pronounce Desist in English

Desist

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Verb

1. abstain, desist, refrain

choose not to consume

Example Sentences:
'I abstain from alcohol'

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Desist

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verb
(intransitive; often foll by from)
to cease, as from an action; stop or abstain

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Desist

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verb intransitive
to cease (from an action); stop; abstain
desist from fighting

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Desist

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intr.v. de·sist·ed, de·sist·ing, de·sists
To cease doing something. See Synonyms at stop.

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