What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
drinker
Example
He's a heavy drinker and often goes to the bar after work. [drinker: noun]
Example
She's not a big drinker, but she enjoys a glass of wine with dinner. [drinker: noun]
lush
Example
He's a lush and can't go a day without drinking. [lush: noun]
Example
She used to be a lush, but she's been sober for a year now. [lush: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Drinker is a more common term than lush and can be used in a wider range of contexts. Lush is more informal and slangy, and its negative connotations make it less appropriate for formal situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between drinker and lush?
Drinker is a more formal term that can be used in a variety of contexts, while lush is informal and slangy and should be avoided in formal situations.
