ALE Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

ale

noun

Definition of ale

as in beer

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of ale Because water was frequently unsafe and tea was politically boycotted, everyday favorites included rum punch, hard cider, and ale. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 Food offerings can include turkey legs, giant pickles, ale and mocktails. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2026 The two-piece featured deep pink strings that formed a halter neck, along with pa ale pink triangle bikini top. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 27 June 2026 These soldiers of sunshine had merely consumed all the lager, ale and Guinness. — Geoff Edgers, Washington Post, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for ale

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ale

Noun

Alcoholic beverages Wine, beer, spirits, including whiskey, vodka, gin, are all impacted.

— Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
Those not interested in working hard for their beer can also participate in a cornhole competition.

— Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of beer

Noun

At these deep-sea mineral formations, a rich chemical brew, warmed by volcanic activity, spills out over the ocean floor.

— Philip Ball, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2026
For the last six years, Six has lived as a recluse in Amsterdam, lying in bed and going out twice a day for decaf coffee (the regular brew is too hard on his shattered nerves).

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of brew

Noun

Some have balconies or terraces, but all the residences come with small kitchens, while the hotel rooms have pantries, a wine fridge, a Nespresso machine, and a fridge.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods.

— Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of wine

Noun

Twenty-four hours after moving to London from New Zealand, Lavanda wanted to go out for a cocktail but felt strange going alone.

— Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
To be among my best of the best, a restaurant must serve dishes and drinks that are complete in terms of flavor and technique, from the premeal cocktails to dessert—like an album with no skips.

— Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of cocktail

Browse Nearby Words

alcoves

ale

alehouse

See all Nearby Words

Articles Related to ale

Cite this Entry

Style

“Ale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ale. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of ale

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

11 Words For Festive Gatherings

What's the Difference Between …

From 'Ale' to 'Zymurgy': 8 Words About...

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on ale

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

southpaw

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Commonly Misspelled Words

Popular in Wordplay

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Even More Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

The Words of the Week - Aug. 28

Why do we say 'break a leg'?

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Games & Quizzes