DRINKS Synonyms: 125 Similar and Opposite Words

drinks 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of drink

as in sips

to swallow in liquid form the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination

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as in boozes

to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages we're worried that she's started drinking again

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abstains

as in absorbs

to take in (something liquid) through small openings the hot surface of the porous rock drank water like a sponge

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drinks

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noun

plural of drink

as in beverages

a liquid suitable for drinking we went inside to have a drink after mowing the lawn

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as in gulps

the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time the thirsty soldier took a long drink from his canteen

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as in liquors

a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID

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nonintoxicants

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Recent Examples of drinks

Verb

The result is great for work, drinks with the girls, and dinner reservations alike. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026 What was interesting is that after work, pretty much everyone goes down to the pub and drinks beers for a couple of hours before heading home. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Alice craves mentorship but can’t help noting how often Nora drinks on the job; Nora, who discovers Alice having a panic attack in the bathroom, wonders whether the newbie stands a chance of making it in the Bureau. — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 30 July 2026 Someone drinks wine, moves to beer, adds tequila at the end of the night and wakes up prepared to blame the final spirit poured. — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Perfect for a Pilates class, a long walk, or drinks with friends this summer at an outdoor bar. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 Elevate soups, cocktails, and drinks with creamy, café-style texture. — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 17 July 2026 For one scene, where Streep’s Madeline Ashton drinks an anti-aging potion known as the Elixir of Life, the effects are seen instantly, with both her breasts and her bottom rising and plumping. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026 Some of the signature drinks on the menu include an iced pistachio latte, an iced Turkish coffee and an iced rose latte. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026

Noun

Whether dinner or drinks, the lively courtyard is the place to be for alfresco dining. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Scottish drinks company Edrington, which owns the Macallan and Highland Park, acquired a minor stake in the distillery in 2018, eventually gaining majority ownership in 2023. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2026 Seasonal beverages at Peet’s have included drinks such as a Caramel Apple Protein Smoothie, Sparkling Green Apple Energy drink, Pumpkin Latte, Pumpkin Chai and Protein Banana Cold Brew. — Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2026 For road trips, having favorite snacks and drinks on hand is key to avoiding temptation, Thomas says. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026 There will be awards and trophies for first-, second- and third-place winners, raffles, food and drinks. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026 The cheeky beach bar, complete with its iconic VW car, serves up drinks, good vibes, and surf lessons for those keen to get on the waves. — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 Program would be mandatory At least 111 substances of unknown safety have been added to foods, drinks and supplements sold in the United States without alerting the FDA, according to a study released this March. — Sarah Owermohle, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026 Researchers found microscopic residue inside pottery vessels, shedding light on how people brewed beer-like drinks from millet, rice, wheat and barley more than 3,000 years ago. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks

Verb

The crowd sips matcha dragon fruit cocktails and stares, aghast.

— Dina Cheney, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026
California returns to its original brand collaboration with BLQK coffee, and the team sips espresso during timeouts.

— Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of sips

Verb

Insulin Resistance Trends monitors your heart rhythm, daily movement, and sleep quality, and uses AI to assess how well your body absorbs and uses energy.

— Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026
Despite its creamier texture, the moisturizer absorbs quickly—especially if your skin is parched—and doesn’t leave behind any residue.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of absorbs

Noun

Modern Druidic offerings often take the form of (usually vegetarian) food and drink, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
Amid the initial launch of the hydration products, Cooper told PEOPLE exclusively that her team formulated the beverages for consumers on the go given her own busy lifestyle.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of beverages

Noun

Found was selected to advance its Direct Feedstock Extraction technology, a continuous electrochemical process designed to recover gallium directly from dilute liquors.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
Bootleggers smuggling various liquors like whiskey and gin found that the soft drink was particularly good at making these spirits easier to drink.

— Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026

Definition of liquors

Noun

Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are low-calorie alternatives to sugar that can be helpful for people managing diabetes or watching their weight.

— Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 10 July 2026
Heavy stylers with alcohols can dry out the hair and scalp, causing product buildup that leads to dandruff-like flakes.

— Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 18 June 2026

Definition of alcohols

Verb

But these opening works feel grounded and hopeful, at home in a way that imbibes them with a sense of light.

— Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 15 July 2026
This is important – just think about the difference between a smartphone that sits in your pocket, and a pair of glasses that automatically imbibes all of the information from your field of vision, every moment of every day.

— John Werner, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025