alcoholism

• Substantiv, das eine chronische Erkrankung bezeichnet, die durch gewohnheitsmäßige Vergiftung und übermäßigen Konsum alkoholischer Getränke gekennzeichnet ist und zu Abhängigkeit sowie schweren Entzugssymptomen bei plötzlichem Absetzen führt.

A noun referring to a chronic condition characterized by habitual intoxication and excessive consumption of alcoholic drinks, leading to addiction and severe withdrawal symptoms upon abrupt cessation.

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1. Addiction to alcoholB2formalmedical

   A chronic disease characterized by a physical and psychological dependence on alcohol, leading to an inability to control drinking despite negative consequences.

   Alkoholismus

   • Alcoholism can severely damage the liver and other organs.
   • Treatment for alcoholism often includes therapy and support groups.
   • Many people with alcoholism struggle to maintain relationships and jobs.

   Synonymealcohol addictiondipsomania

2. Excessive drinking habitB2formalmedical

   A pattern of prolonged and excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages that results in health deterioration and severe withdrawal symptoms upon abrupt cessation.

   Gewohnheit des übermäßigen Alkoholkonsums

   • His alcoholism led to frequent hospitalizations.
   • The doctor diagnosed her with chronic alcoholism after years of heavy drinking.
   • Alcoholism is a major public health concern worldwide.

   Synonymealcohol abusealcohol addictiondipsomaniainebriety