Synonyms of imbibed

imbibed

verb

past tense of imbibe

1

as in sipped

to swallow in liquid form

an array of colorful and tasty drinks for party guests to imbibe

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sipped
• drank
• gulped
• supped
• quaffed
• swigged
• guzzled
• swilled
• slurped
• licked
• sucked
• hoisted
• tossed (down or off)
• pounded (down)
• consumed
• knocked back
• slugged (down)
• belted (down)
• lapped
• downed
• toasted
• mouthed (down)
• tippled
• put away
• killed
• wined
• pledged
• nipped
• ingurgitated

2

as in drank

to take in (something liquid) through small openings

plants can imbibe water through their roots

Synonyms & Similar Words

• drank
• absorbed
• swallowed
• sipped
• soaked (up)
• sucked (up)
• took up
• sponged
• gulped
• quaffed
• swigged
• slurped
• guzzled
• swilled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of imbibed

Drinks and subpar nachos will be shared beneath the musty rafters of the tavern where the surveyors Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon once imbibed. — Rafaela Jinich, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026

Throughout the day, this can create numerous situations where drinks such as coffee/iced coffee, energy drinks, or alcohol are imbibed. — Nicole F. Roberts, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

While the amount of alcohol imbibed declined in 49 of the 50 states, Nevada bucked the trend. — Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 May 2026