ALCOHOLISM Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

alcoholism

noun

ˈal-kə-ˌhȯ-ˌli-zəm

Definition of alcoholism next

as in drunkenness

habitual or excessive drinking of intoxicants a treatment center for those suffering from alcoholism

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Recent Examples of alcoholism Also, studies show gambling can increase the rate of divorce and alcoholism and create financial hardship. —

Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026 To be fair, back in the early 2000s, Affleck was moody and battled alcoholism. —

Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026 People said psychological problems, alcoholism, drug addiction and a refusal to work. —

John Blake, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026 The two are joined by a cheeky girl named Mickie, who comes from a home torn by alcoholism. —

The Know, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for alcoholism

Recent Examples of Synonyms for alcoholism

drunkenness

Noun

The lack of a recommendation reflected mixed sentiments None of the council members disputed that crime and drunkenness, mini liquor bottle litter and nuisance behaviors are problems to be addressed.

— Eric Adler March 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
The Puritans once banned the game shuffleboard, an occasion for gambling and drunkenness.

— Brendan King, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026