Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dipsomania
noun
/ˌdɪp.səˈmeɪ.ni.ə/
Definition
A strong craving for alcoholic beverages; an insatiable desire to drink excessively.
Examples
- His dipsomania led to numerous health issues and strained relationships.
- The clinic specializes in treating people suffering from dipsomania.
- Despite her dipsomania, she often tried to quit drinking for the sake of her family.
Meaning
Dipsomania refers to a compulsive urge to consume alcohol, often resulting in habitual binge drinking.
Synonyms
- alcoholism
- drunkenness
- intoxication
- binge drinking
- addiction to alcohol
