Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A substance or beverage containing alcohol, often referred to someone dependent on alcohol.
Alcoholic
/ˌælkəˈhɒlɪk/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
He is an alcoholic and needs support.The bar offers non-alcoholic drinks too.
Etymology:
From Middle English, alcohol referred to any refined substance. Originally from Arabic "al-kuḥl," a term for the kohl powder used as eyeliner, and borrowed into Latin as alcohol.
Usage Statistics:
13 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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