2 definitions by Chris Johnston
by Chris Johnston February 21, 2003
Temperance is the virtue of moderation and self-control in anything, but especially in indulgence in pleasures. Temperance, in the large sense of moderation or self-control, was the characteristic Greek virtue.
To consciously limit oneself in guility pleasures such as substances to make the individual "feel" better
by Chris Johnston February 21, 2003