How do you pronounce alcoholism?

alcoholism is pronounced as /ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/.

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alcoholism

🥴alcoholism

noun

/ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/

alcohol alcove

Meaning

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Example Sentences

His alcoholism affected both his health and his family life.

Example Expressions

struggle with alcoholism

Synonyms

addiction, dependence, intoxication, drunkenness, habit

Antonyms

sobriety, abstinence

Collocations

alcoholism treatment, effects of alcoholism, signs of alcoholism

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