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alcoholic

[ˌælkəˈhɒlɪk]

alcoholic Definition

  • 1relating to or containing alcohol
  • 2suffering from alcoholism

Using alcoholic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "alcoholic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She ordered an alcoholic drink at the bar.

  • Example

    He struggled with his alcoholic addiction for years.

  • Example

    The partygoers became increasingly alcoholic as the night went on.

alcoholic Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for alcoholic

Phrases with alcoholic

  • a drink that contains alcohol

    Example

    I prefer non-alcoholic beverages, but sometimes I'll have an alcoholic beverage with dinner.

  • a condition in which the liver is damaged due to excessive alcohol consumption

    Example

    His doctor warned him that he was at risk of developing alcoholic liver disease if he didn't stop drinking.

  • an international mutual aid fellowship that provides support for those trying to overcome alcoholism

    Example

    He joined Alcoholic Anonymous to help him stay sober and find support from others who understood what he was going through.

Origins of alcoholic

from French 'alcoolique', from 'alcool' meaning 'alcohol'

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Summary: alcoholic in Brief

The term 'alcoholic' [ˌælkəˈhɒlɪk] can be used as an adjective to describe something that contains alcohol or as a noun to refer to someone who suffers from alcoholism. It is often associated with negative connotations such as addiction and intoxication. Phrases like 'alcoholic beverage' and 'alcoholic liver disease' are commonly used in medical and social contexts. 'Alcoholic Anonymous' is an international mutual aid fellowship that provides support for those trying to overcome alcoholism.