alcoholism
/ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/ · /ˈælkəhɔːlɪzəm/
CEFR level B2Topic HealthWord #3335 in the learning path
酒精依赖；酒瘾
Definitions
n. a condition involving dependence on alcohol and difficulty controlling drinking
酒精依赖；酒瘾
Example
The clinic offers confidential support for people with alcoholism.
这家诊所为有酒精依赖问题的人提供保密的支持服务。
Effective treatment for alcoholism often combines medical care, psychological support, and help from family members.
有效治疗酒精依赖通常需要结合医疗护理、心理支持和家人的帮助。
Collocations
- treatment for alcoholism
- recover from alcoholism
- chronic alcoholism
Word family
- alcohol (n.)
- alcoholic (adj.)
Synonyms
- alcohol dependence
Usage tip
指酒精依赖这一疾病，不指嗜酒的人。
FAQ
- What does alcoholism mean?
- a condition involving dependence on alcohol and difficulty controlling drinking
- How is alcoholism pronounced?
- UK /ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/, US /ˈælkəhɔːlɪzəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
