Synonyms for

Drink

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

Definition

To take a liquid into the mouth and swallow it.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

imbibe consume ingest

Informal

sip gulp chug swig

Literary

quaff sup

Antonyms

abstain refrain fast starve desiccate dry

Common collocations

  • drink water
  • drink coffee
  • drink alcohol
  • drink juice
  • drink a lot
  • drink slowly
  • drink quickly
  • drink responsibly

Word family

noun drink
verb drink
adjective drinkable

Usage note

As a verb, 'drink' can refer to consuming any liquid, but it often implies alcoholic beverages in informal contexts. As a noun, it refers to any beverage, especially alcoholic ones.

Example sentences

  1. I drink water when I'm thirsty.
  2. My mom drinks coffee every morning.
  3. The cat drinks milk from a bowl.
  4. We can drink juice at the party.
  5. He drinks a lot of soda.

Quotes

  • The problem with the world is that everyone is a few drinks behind. - Humphrey Bogart
  • I drink therefore I am. - W.C. Fields
  • I can't drink anymore. I'm allergic to alcohol. - Benny Hill

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