B2 adjective Neutral

alcoholism

/ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and a physical or emotional dependence on alcohol. It is a serious condition that involves a preoccupation with alcohol and continued use despite resulting problems.

Beispiele

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He sought professional help to manage his alcoholism after it began affecting his performance at work.

He sought professional help to manage his alcoholism after it began affecting his performance at work.

2

The study examines the physiological impact of long-term alcoholism on the central nervous system.

The study examines the physiological impact of long-term alcoholism on the central nervous system.

3

Beating alcoholism isn't just about stopping the drinks; it's about changing your whole mindset.

Beating alcoholism isn't just about stopping the drinks; it's about changing your whole mindset.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
alcoholism
Adverb
alcoholically
Adjektiv
alcoholic
Verwandt
alcohol
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Merkhilfe

Remember that the suffix '-ism' often denotes a condition, system, or disease (like 'magnetism' or 'autism'). Alcohol-ism is the condition caused by alcohol.

Schnelles Quiz

The doctor explained that ____ is a complex disease that requires both medical and psychological intervention.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: alcoholism

Beispiele

1

He sought professional help to manage his alcoholism after it began affecting his performance at work.

everyday

He sought professional help to manage his alcoholism after it began affecting his performance at work.

2

The study examines the physiological impact of long-term alcoholism on the central nervous system.

formal

The study examines the physiological impact of long-term alcoholism on the central nervous system.

3

Beating alcoholism isn't just about stopping the drinks; it's about changing your whole mindset.

informal

Beating alcoholism isn't just about stopping the drinks; it's about changing your whole mindset.

4

Sociological research suggests a strong correlation between systemic poverty and higher rates of alcoholism.

academic

Sociological research suggests a strong correlation between systemic poverty and higher rates of alcoholism.

5

Our corporate wellness program provides confidential resources for employees struggling with alcoholism.

business

Our corporate wellness program provides confidential resources for employees struggling with alcoholism.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
alcoholism
Adverb
alcoholically
Adjektiv
alcoholic
Verwandt
alcohol

Häufige Kollokationen

chronic alcoholism chronic alcoholism
battle alcoholism battle alcoholism
family history of alcoholism family history of alcoholism
recover from alcoholism recover from alcoholism
treat alcoholism treat alcoholism

Häufige Phrasen

struggle with alcoholism

struggle with alcoholism

high-functioning alcoholism

high-functioning alcoholism

the road to recovery

the road to recovery

Wird oft verwechselt mit

alcoholism vs alcoholic

Alcoholism is the noun referring to the condition or disease, while alcoholic can be an adjective or a noun referring to the person suffering from the condition.

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Nutzungshinweise

In modern clinical settings, the term 'alcohol use disorder' (AUD) is often preferred over 'alcoholism' for its precision, though 'alcoholism' remains the standard term in general conversation.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often use the adjective 'alcoholic' when they should use the noun 'alcoholism' (e.g., saying 'He suffers from alcoholic' instead of 'He suffers from alcoholism').

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Merkhilfe

Remember that the suffix '-ism' often denotes a condition, system, or disease (like 'magnetism' or 'autism'). Alcohol-ism is the condition caused by alcohol.

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Wortherkunft

Coined in 1849 by the Swedish physician Magnus Huss, derived from 'alcohol' and the Greek-based suffix '-ismus' (state or condition).

Grammatikmuster

Uncountable noun Often follows verbs like 'suffer from', 'overcome', or 'diagnose'
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Kultureller Kontext

In many cultures, alcoholism is increasingly viewed as a medical disease rather than a character flaw, often supported by global 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous.

Schnelles Quiz

The doctor explained that ____ is a complex disease that requires both medical and psychological intervention.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: alcoholism

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