caffeinism

[ ka-fee-niz-uhm, kaf-ee-niz-, kaf-ee-uh- ]

noun

1. chronic toxicity caused by excessive intake of caffeine, characterized by anxiety, irritability, palpitations, insomnia, and digestive disturbances.

Word History and Origins

Origin of caffeinism¹

First recorded in 1885–90; caffeine + -ism

Example Sentences

But caffeinism is a chemical dependency, not a true addiction.

From The Daily Beast

Caffeinism, Anderson says, is the only slot into which you could slip Red Bull chuggers.

From The Daily Beast