Synonyms for

Absinthe

Verb / ˈæbsɪnθ / Another word for absinthe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a highly alcoholic green or colorless drink made from wormwood, anise, and other herbs

Synonyms & similar words

oldman absinth ladslove artemisiaabsinthium commonwormwood anisette pastis vermouth liqueur cordial spirit alcohol hooch moonshine firewater booze whiskey vodka gin rum brandy tequila schnapps bitters grappa

Example sentences

  1. The bartender mixed absinthe with sugar and water to make a popular cocktail.
  2. My grandfather told me stories of how he used to sneak sips of absinthe during prohibition.
  3. I don't like the taste of absinthe, it's too bitter for me.
  4. Absinthe was banned in many countries for a long time because people thought it caused hallucinations.
  5. The label on the bottle of absinthe warned that it was 70% alcohol by volume.

Quotes

  • 'Absinthe makes the heart grow fonder.' - Ernest Dowson
  • 'Give me absinthe or give me death.' - Oscar Wilde
  • 'After the first glass of absinthe you see things as you wish they were. After the second you see them as they are not. Finally, you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world.' - Oscar Wilde

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