drunkard

American  

[druhng-kerd] / ˈdrʌŋ kərd /

noun

Disparaging and Offensive.

1. a habitual drinker of alcohol who is frequently intoxicated.

   Synonyms:

   tippler , sot , lush

   Antonyms:

   teetotaler

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drunkard British  

/ ˈdrʌŋkəd /

noun

1. a person who is frequently or habitually drunk

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Related Words

See inebriate.

Etymology

Origin of drunkard

First recorded in 1520–40; drunk, -ard

Example Sentences

Franklin Pierce, although a Northerner, fiercely defended slavery while signing the Kansas-Nebraska Act and enforcing the Fugitive Slave Act; he was a drunkard to boot.

From Salon

Since alcohol withdrawal can be fatal, chronic drunkards could show a doctor’s note for a prescription.

From Salon

"When he found out, he became a total drunkard. He died after he was hit by a moving vehicle. These organisations destroyed my home."

From BBC

Robertson and Helm concocted a drunkard’s love letter to his poison of choice.

From Los Angeles Times

He has accused the opposition of colluding with “terrorists,” of being “drunkards” and of upholding LGBTQ+ rights, which he claims are a threat to traditional family values.

From Washington Times