dipsomania
|dip-so-ma-ni-a|
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/ˌdɪpsəˈmeɪniə/
uncontrollable thirst for alcohol
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dipsomania' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'dipsa,' meaning 'thirst,' and 'mania,' meaning 'madness.'
Historical Evolution
'dipsa' and 'mania' combined in Greek to form 'dipsomania,' which was adopted into English in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'madness for drink,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic beverages.
His dipsomania led him to seek help from a rehabilitation center.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 19:25