The Opposite(Antonym) of “nonalcoholic”
The antonyms of nonalcoholic are alcoholic, intoxicating, and boozy. These words describe drinks that contain alcohol and can cause intoxication.
Explore all Antonyms of “nonalcoholic”
Definitions and Examples of alcoholic, intoxicating, boozy
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Containing or relating to alcohol.
Example
He ordered an alcoholic drink at the bar.
Having the ability to cause drunkenness or intoxication.
Example
The aroma of the wine was so intoxicating that he couldn't resist taking a sip.
Containing or smelling of alcohol.
Example
The party was filled with boozy drinks and loud music.
Key Differences: alcoholic vs intoxicating vs boozy
- 1Alcoholic refers to any drink that contains alcohol, whether it's beer, wine, or spirits.
- 2Intoxicating describes a drink that has the potential to cause drunkenness or intoxication.
- 3Boozy describes a drink that has a strong smell or taste of alcohol.
Effective Usage of alcoholic, intoxicating, boozy
- 1Ordering Drinks: Use these antonyms when ordering drinks at a bar or restaurant.
- 2Describing Drinks: Use these antonyms to describe the characteristics of different drinks.
- 3Discussing Alcohol: Use these antonyms to discuss the effects and dangers of alcohol consumption.
Remember this!
The antonyms of nonalcoholic describe drinks that contain alcohol and can cause intoxication. Alcoholic refers to any drink that contains alcohol, intoxicating describes a drink that has the potential to cause drunkenness, and boozy describes a drink that has a strong smell or taste of alcohol. Use these words when ordering or describing drinks, or when discussing the effects and dangers of alcohol consumption.
