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 Her mother wanted to learn to read, and her father struggled with alcoholism and steady work. —

Abraham Nudelstejer, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026 A lot of these soldiers have high divorce rates, high amounts of alcoholism and abuse of pharmaceuticals. —

William Earl, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026 There’s alcoholism and violence – especially by men against women – but there’s also a yearning that can stir up grit or fortitude. —

Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026 It’s been a long, cold February in New York City, filled with the premieres of many plays about addiction and alcoholism. —

Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for alcoholism

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drunkenness

Noun

There’s plenty of anecdotal evidence and studies showing that gun ownership and drunkenness can be a dangerous cocktail.

— The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 14 Mar. 2026
Rather, a lengthy process can be initiated to remove a member from office for gross neglect of duty, gross immorality, drunkenness, or other misconduct, the Ohio School Board Association stated.

— Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Mar. 2026