Origin: Latin suffix -ence
Incontinence has 3 different meanings across 1 category:
involuntary urination or defecation
"After his stroke, he struggled to regain control over his bladder and experienced frequent episodes of incontinence."
indiscipline with regard to sensuous pleasures
"After years of indulging in his love for fine wine and gourmet food, his reckless behavior finally led him to seek help for his incontinence."
Lack of self-restraint, an inability to control oneself; unchastity.
"His reputation for incontinence spread through the town after he was caught arguing with his wife and drinking until dawn at the local tavern."