Dipsomaniac: meaning, definitions and examples
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dipsomaniac
[ ˌdɪpsəʊˈmeɪnɪæk ]
medical condition
A dipsomaniac is a person who has an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic beverages. This term is often used to describe someone with a compulsive addiction to drinking, leading to excessive consumption and impairment of social and personal responsibilities.
Synonyms
alcoholic, drunkard, lush, spirits lover
Examples of usage
- He struggled with being labeled a dipsomaniac after numerous interventions.
- Many dipsomaniacs find it difficult to control their drinking even in social situations.
- The community support group helped several dipsomaniacs to share their experiences.
- Understanding the roots of being a dipsomaniac can be crucial for recovery.
Translations
Translations of the word "dipsomaniac" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dipsomaníaco
🇮🇳 मद्यपान करने वाला
🇩🇪 Dipsomanie
🇮🇩 dipsomania
🇺🇦 диспоманець
🇵🇱 dipsoman
🇯🇵 ディプソマニア
🇫🇷 dipsomane
🇪🇸 dipsómano
🇹🇷 dipsomaniak
🇰🇷 딥소마니악
🇸🇦 مدمن الكحول
🇨🇿 dipsoman
🇸🇰 dipsomaniak
🇨🇳 醉酒者
🇸🇮 dipsoman
🇮🇸 dipsóman
🇰🇿 дипсомания
🇬🇪 დიპსომანია
🇦🇿 dipsomaniac
🇲🇽 dipsómano
Etymology
The term 'dipsomaniac' appears to have its roots in medical literature from the 19th century when the understanding of alcoholism was evolving. In its early use, it was associated with a specific type of drinker who experienced bouts of extreme craving for alcohol. The term conveyed a sense of helplessness in the face of alcohol consumption, suggesting that individuals who were dipsomaniacs had little control over their drinking habits. The medical community has shifted over time to recognize addiction as a multifaceted issue that encompasses psychological, biological, and societal factors, thus framing dipsomania within a broader context of substance dependence.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,135, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.