(n) excess in action and immoderate indulgence of bodily appetites, especially in passion or indulgence, Syn.intemperateness, self-indulgence, Example: the intemperance of their language
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English (GCIDE) v.0.53
n. [ F. intempérance, L. intemperantia. See In- not, and Temperance. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
1. The act of becoming, or state of being, intemperate; excess in any kind of action or indulgence; any immoderate indulgence of the appetites or passions. [ 1913 Webster ]
God is in every creature; be cruel toward none, neither abuse any by intemperance. Jer. Taylor. [ 1913 Webster ]
Some, as thou sawest, by violent stroke shall die, By fire, flood, famine, by intemperance more In meats and drinks. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
2.Specifically: Habitual or excessive indulgence in alcoholic liquors. [ 1913 Webster ]
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