booze
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for booze, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Alcoholic drinks in general.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use booze
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Informal — fine in everyday speech, but avoid in formal or professional writing.
Etymology
A dialectal Northern English form of an older word, "bowse," meaning to drink deeply.
Full origin of booze →Frequently asked questions
What does “booze” mean?
The word “booze” means alcoholic drinks in general. In plain terms, a casual word for alcohol, or the act of drinking it.
How do you pronounce “booze”?
“Booze” is pronounced booz (/buːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “booze” in a sentence?
Here is “booze” used in a sentence: “They stocked up on booze for the New Year's party.”
What is another word for “booze”?
Words with a similar meaning to “booze” include grog.
What part of speech is “booze”?
Depending on how it is used, “booze” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “booze” a common word?
“Booze” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “booze” have?
“Booze” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: alcoholic drinks in general.
Is booze formal or informal?
Booze is an informal term for alcoholic drinks and would not be used in formal writing or professional contexts, where "alcohol" or "alcoholic beverages" would be preferred. It is common in casual conversation and informal writing.
What is the difference between booze as a noun and booze as a verb?
As a noun, booze refers to alcoholic drinks in general, as in "they stocked up on booze for the party." As a verb, to booze means to drink alcohol, especially heavily, as in "they were boozing all night."