Synonyms for

Gin

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

Definition

Gin is an alcoholic drink made from grain and flavored with juniper berries.

Synonyms & similar words

ginrummy cottongin knockrummy noose snare alcohol liquor spirits booze beverage drink tipple potable hooch moonshine whiskey vodka rum tequila brandy scotch bourbon beer wine champagne

Synonyms by register

Formal

spirit liquor distillate

Informal

booze hooch grog juice

Literary

mother's ruin bathtub gin

Antonyms

abstain sober teetotal dry straight clean

Common collocations

  • gin and tonic
  • gin fizz
  • mother's ruin
  • bathtub gin
  • dry gin
  • pink gin
  • gin palace
  • gin joint

Word family

noun gin
verb gin

Usage note

Gin is a distilled alcoholic beverage. 'Mother's ruin' is an older, often ironic, term for gin, referring to its perceived negative social effects.

Example sentences

  1. My favorite drink is gin and tonic.
  2. I don't like the taste of gin.
  3. They served gin at the party last night.
  4. The bartender knows how to make a great gin cocktail.
  5. I prefer gin over vodka in my martinis.

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