The eight-letter word "abstemiously" is a tricky one to spell correctly. It's pronounced /əbˈstiː.mi.əs.li/ (uhb-stee-mee-uhs-lee) and means "with self-discipline or restraint." It's a word that's often used to describe one's eating habits or drinking habits. The spelling of the word can be broken down into seven syllables, which explains why it's such a challenging word to spell correctly. Remembering to double the "s" in "abstemiously" and being mindful of the "eo" combination can help you get it right.