Definition of "alcoholism" in Englisch

noun

1. A chronic disease caused by compulsive and uncontrollable consumption of alcoholic beverages, leading to addiction and deterioration in health and social functioning.

   • chronic alcoholism
   • struggle with alcoholism
   • effects of alcoholism
   • He sought treatment for alcoholism at a rehabilitation clinic.
   • Alcoholism can lead to serious health problems.

2. (pathology) Acute alcohol poisoning.