alcoholism
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for alcoholism, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A chronic condition caused by compulsive drinking, leading to physical dependence and damage to health and daily life.
Synonyms
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How to use alcoholism
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Etymology
From "alcohol" plus "-ism"; the term was coined in 1849 by the Swedish physician Magnus Huss.
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What does “alcoholism” mean?
The word “alcoholism” means a chronic condition caused by compulsive drinking, leading to physical dependence and damage to health and daily life. In plain terms, the medical term for addiction to alcohol.
How do you pronounce “alcoholism”?
“Alcoholism” is pronounced AL-kuh-ho-lih-zuhm (/ˈælkə(ˌ)hɔˌlɪzəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “alcoholism” in a sentence?
Here is “alcoholism” used in a sentence: “Alcoholism runs in his family.”
What part of speech is “alcoholism”?
“Alcoholism” is a noun.
Where does the word “alcoholism” come from?
The word “alcoholism” dates back to around 1849 and comes from Swedish. From "alcohol" plus "-ism"; the term was coined in 1849 by the Swedish physician Magnus Huss.
Is “alcoholism” a common word?
“Alcoholism” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.