Synonyms for

Alcoholics

Verb / ˌælkʌˈhɑ:lɪks / Another word for alcoholics — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Alcoholics are people who are addicted to drinking alcohol.

Synonyms & similar words

dipsomaniac souse lush alcoholic soaker alky boozer drunkard boozer lush alcohol-dependent alcoholic inebriate sot

Example sentences

  1. My father is an alcoholic, so he can't have any alcohol.
  2. The support group helped the alcoholic overcome their addiction.
  3. The alcoholic drank so much that they passed out.
  4. The alcoholic struggled to maintain relationships due to their addiction.
  5. The alcoholic went to rehab to get treatment for their addiction.

Quotes

  • Alcoholism is a disease, but it's the only one you can get yelled at for having. - Mitch Hedberg
  • I don't have a drinking problem. I have a drinking solution. - Jim Jefferies
  • Alcoholism isn't a spectator sport. Eventually the whole family gets to play. - Joyce Rebeta-Burditt

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