alcoholism

UK
/ˈæl.kə.hɒl.ɪ.zəm/
US
/ˈæl.kə.hɑːl.ɪ.zəm/

Translations

alcoholismnoun
Alcoholism is a serious disease that affects many families.
Алкоголизм - это серьезное заболевание, которое затрагивает многие семьи.
Synonyms
alcohol dependency
alcohol abuse
alcohol addiction
alcoholismadjective
UK
/ˈæl.kə.hɒl.ɪ.zəm/
US
/ˈæl.kə.hɑːl.ɪ.zəm/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to alcoholism.

Definitions

alcoholismnoun
A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.
His struggle with alcoholism affected his personal and professional life.
A condition resulting from the excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, leading to physical and psychological dependence.
The support group helps individuals cope with the challenges of alcoholism.
alcoholismadjective
Relating to or associated with alcoholism.
The clinic offers specialized alcoholism treatment programs.