Drunkard

/ˈdrʌŋ.kərd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is habitually drunk; a person who frequently consumes excessive amounts of alcohol.

The locals all knew him as a drunkard, often found stumbling down the street at all hours.

An alcoholic or someone with a compulsive need for alcohol.

Despite his talent, he became a drunkard, unable to resist the allure of the bottle.

A derogatory term used to describe a person whose behavior is greatly affected by drinking.

She refused to associate with the drunkard who used to cause trouble at every party.

Someone who tends to make poor decisions while under the influence of alcohol.

After years of being a drunkard, he finally hit rock bottom and sought help for his addiction.

Derived from Middle English 'drunken' + '-ard', indicating a person characterized by drinking.

drunk as a skunk

Very intoxicated.

drunk driving

Operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.

hangover

The unpleasant symptoms following excessive drinking.

intoxicated

Affected by alcohol or drugs.

alcoholism

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrollable drinking.

sobriety

The state of being sober or not drunk.

Boozer

He’s such a boozer that he barely makes it home most nights.

Tanked

After a few drinks, he was completely tanked.