alcoholism

[ al-kuh-haw-liz-uhm, -ho- ]

/ ˈæl kə hɔˌlɪz əm, -hɒ- /

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noun

(not in technical use as a medical diagnosis, see alcohol use disorder) a chronic illness characterized by dependence on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, the development of withdrawal symptoms upon reducing or ceasing intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and professionally.

Also called alcohol dependence .

Origin of alcoholism

First recorded in 1855–60; alcohol + -ism

Words nearby alcoholism

alcoholic, alcoholic cirrhosis, alcoholicity, alcoholic psychosis, Alcoholics Anonymous, alcoholism, alcoholize, alcoholometer, alcohol use disorder, alcoholysis, Alcolock

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Example sentences from the Web for alcoholism

At a disciplinary hearing a year later, a judge ruled that her alcoholism and mental health posed a “substantial threat of irreparable harm to the public” and suspended Dwyer-Jones from practicing law for a year.
Maine Hires Lawyers With Criminal Records to Defend Its Poorest Residents|by Samantha Hogan, The Maine Monitor, with data analysis by Agnel Philip|October 6, 2020|ProPublica
This replaces the older “alcohol abuse” and even older “alcoholism,” which has been out of favor among scientists for decades.
Americans Drink Too Much, But We’re Not All Alcoholics|Gabrielle Glaser|November 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
One interpretation suggests he is the embodiment of whisky, a lewd allusion to a tenured tradition of Scottish alcoholism.
Scotland’s ‘Yes’ Campaign and the Myth of Scottish Equality|Noah Caldwell|September 18, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Consuming yagé is believed to be a general cure-all for almost anything: cancer, depression, alcoholism, etc.
Spirit Tripping With Colombian Shamans|Chris Allbritton|August 24, 2014|DAILY BEAST

Do you have any history of dealing with alcoholism, or abuse?
Patricia Arquette Uncut: Drunken Mischief with Johnny Depp, ‘True Romance’ Crush, and ‘Boyhood’|Marlow Stern|July 16, 2014|DAILY BEAST
It appears, based on this chart, that alcoholism is a larger problem in the red states than in the blue.
All the Grown-Up Hipsters Playing Kids’ Games|Daniel Genis|June 29, 2014|DAILY BEAST
"Yes," answered Agg, who at the mirror was wiping from her face the painted signs of alcoholism.
The Roll-Call|Arnold Bennett
Alcoholism grows by what it feeds on, and our best efforts are often vain.
The Lettsomian Lectures 1900-1901|J. Mitchell Bruce
Among them we concede the destruction, if I may say so, of alcoholism.
Huts in Hell|Daniel A. Poling
Its evil potency is greatly enhanced by the facility with which it weds alcoholism, and breeds tuberculosis, cancer, and paranoia.
Defenseless America|Hudson Maxim
The Filipino peoples will never become victims of alcoholism.
The Philippines Past and Present (Volume 2 of 2)|Dean Conant Worcester

British Dictionary definitions for alcoholism

alcoholism

/ (ˈælkəhɒˌlɪzəm) /

noun

a condition in which dependence on alcohol harms a person's health, social functioning, or family life

Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Cultural definitions for alcoholism

alcoholism

A chronic disease associated with the excessive and habitual use of alcohol; the disease, if left unattended, worsens and can kill the sufferer. Alcoholism is marked by physical dependency and can cause disorders in many organs of the body, including the liver (see cirrhosis), stomach, intestines, and brain. It is also associated with abnormal heart rhythms, with certain cancers, and, because of loss of appetite, with poor nutrition. The cause of alcoholism is very complicated and most often involves a mixture of physical, psychological, and possibly genetic factors.

Medical definitions for alcoholism

alcoholism

[ ăl′kə-hô-lĭz′əm ]

n.

The compulsive consumption of and psychophysiological dependence on alcoholic beverages.

A chronic, progressive pathological condition, mainly affecting the nervous and digestive systems, caused by the excessive and habitual consumption of alcohol.chronic alcoholism

Temporary mental disturbance and muscular incoordination caused by excessive consumption of alcohol.acute alcoholism

Scientific definitions for alcoholism

alcoholism

[ ăl′kə-hô-lĭz′əm ]

A progressive, potentially fatal disease characterized by the excessive and compulsive consumption of alcoholic beverages and physiological and psychological dependence on alcohol. Chronic alcoholism usually results in liver and other organ damage, nutritional deficiencies and impaired social functioning.

单词	alcoholism
释义	alcoholism [ al-kuh-haw-liz-uhm, -ho- ] / ˈæl kə hɔˌlɪz əm, -hɒ- / SEE SYNONYMS FOR alcoholism ON THESAURUS.COM noun (not in technical use as a medical diagnosis, see alcohol use disorder) a chronic illness characterized by dependence on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, the development of withdrawal symptoms upon reducing or ceasing intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and professionally. Also called alcohol dependence . Origin of alcoholism First recorded in 1855–60; alcohol + -ism Words nearby alcoholism alcoholic, alcoholic cirrhosis, alcoholicity, alcoholic psychosis, Alcoholics Anonymous, alcoholism, alcoholize, alcoholometer, alcohol use disorder, alcoholysis, Alcolock Dictionary.com UnabridgedBased on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2020 Example sentences from the Web for alcoholism At a disciplinary hearing a year later, a judge ruled that her alcoholism and mental health posed a “substantial threat of irreparable harm to the public” and suspended Dwyer-Jones from practicing law for a year. Maine Hires Lawyers With Criminal Records to Defend Its Poorest Residents\|by Samantha Hogan, The Maine Monitor, with data analysis by Agnel Philip\|October 6, 2020\|ProPublica This replaces the older “alcohol abuse” and even older “alcoholism,” which has been out of favor among scientists for decades. Americans Drink Too Much, But We’re Not All Alcoholics\|Gabrielle Glaser\|November 25, 2014\|DAILY BEAST One interpretation suggests he is the embodiment of whisky, a lewd allusion to a tenured tradition of Scottish alcoholism. Scotland’s ‘Yes’ Campaign and the Myth of Scottish Equality\|Noah Caldwell\|September 18, 2014\|DAILY BEAST Consuming yagé is believed to be a general cure-all for almost anything: cancer, depression, alcoholism, etc. Spirit Tripping With Colombian Shamans\|Chris Allbritton\|August 24, 2014\|DAILY BEAST Do you have any history of dealing with alcoholism, or abuse? Patricia Arquette Uncut: Drunken Mischief with Johnny Depp, ‘True Romance’ Crush, and ‘Boyhood’\|Marlow Stern\|July 16, 2014\|DAILY BEAST It appears, based on this chart, that alcoholism is a larger problem in the red states than in the blue. All the Grown-Up Hipsters Playing Kids’ Games\|Daniel Genis\|June 29, 2014\|DAILY BEAST "Yes," answered Agg, who at the mirror was wiping from her face the painted signs of alcoholism. The Roll-Call\|Arnold Bennett Alcoholism grows by what it feeds on, and our best efforts are often vain. The Lettsomian Lectures 1900-1901\|J. Mitchell Bruce Among them we concede the destruction, if I may say so, of alcoholism. Huts in Hell\|Daniel A. Poling Its evil potency is greatly enhanced by the facility with which it weds alcoholism, and breeds tuberculosis, cancer, and paranoia. Defenseless America\|Hudson Maxim The Filipino peoples will never become victims of alcoholism. The Philippines Past and Present (Volume 2 of 2)\|Dean Conant Worcester British Dictionary definitions for alcoholism alcoholism / (ˈælkəhɒˌlɪzəm) / noun a condition in which dependence on alcohol harms a person's health, social functioning, or family life Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Words related to alcoholism crapulence, addiction, drunkenness, dipsomania, substance abuse, alcohol dependence, vinosity Cultural definitions for alcoholism alcoholism A chronic disease associated with the excessive and habitual use of alcohol; the disease, if left unattended, worsens and can kill the sufferer. Alcoholism is marked by physical dependency and can cause disorders in many organs of the body, including the liver (see cirrhosis), stomach, intestines, and brain. It is also associated with abnormal heart rhythms, with certain cancers, and, because of loss of appetite, with poor nutrition. The cause of alcoholism is very complicated and most often involves a mixture of physical, psychological, and possibly genetic factors. The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition Copyright © 2005 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved. Medical definitions for alcoholism alcoholism [ ăl′kə-hô-lĭz′əm ] n. The compulsive consumption of and psychophysiological dependence on alcoholic beverages. A chronic, progressive pathological condition, mainly affecting the nervous and digestive systems, caused by the excessive and habitual consumption of alcohol.chronic alcoholism Temporary mental disturbance and muscular incoordination caused by excessive consumption of alcohol.acute alcoholism The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. Scientific definitions for alcoholism alcoholism [ ăl′kə-hô-lĭz′əm ] A progressive, potentially fatal disease characterized by the excessive and compulsive consumption of alcoholic beverages and physiological and psychological dependence on alcohol. Chronic alcoholism usually results in liver and other organ damage, nutritional deficiencies and impaired social functioning. The American Heritage® Science Dictionary Copyright © 2011. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
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alcoholism

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