alcoholism
Translation
alcoholism, alcohol dependency
Examples
Alcoholism is a serious illness.
Alcoholism is a serious illness.
He is receiving treatment for alcoholism.
He is receiving treatment for alcoholism.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) used as an uncountable noun Many families are affected by alcoholism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alcohol dependency, problem drinking
Etymology
Combines 'alcohol' with the suffix '-ism', used to form nouns indicating a state or condition.
Memory Tips
The '-ism' ending frequently denotes a condition, like criticism or baptism. Here, it means the condition of being dependent on alcohol.