speakeasy

noun

speak·​easy ˈspēk-ˌē-zē 

plural speakeasies

: a place where alcoholic beverages are illegally sold

specifically : such a place during the period of prohibition in the U.S.

Examples of speakeasy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The plush home theater is finished in blue velvet, while the speakeasy bar echoes the rich wood paneling of the library and has ample wine storage. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2026

At 1,502 square feet, Studio is an intimate, speakeasy-style nightclub with dark interiors, theatrical lighting and an immersive sound system designed for dancing. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026

The mansion is scheduled to undergo renovation and reopen as a special events venue, speakeasy and ice cream shop. — Pam Defiglio, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026

After dinner, Sanders and Hart took me to a speakeasy in the basement of a hotel on Amarillo’s main drag. — Jesús Rodríguez, New Yorker, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for speakeasy

• marchese
• uneasy
• breezy
• cheesy
• easy
• queasy
• sleazy
• wheezy

Kids Definition

speakeasy

noun

speak·​easy ˈspē-ˌkē-zē 

plural speakeasies

: a place where alcoholic drinks are illegally sold