Definitions

drink

[dringk] / drɪŋk /

NOUN

beverage; alcoholic beverage

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alcohol booze brew cup glass liquor refreshment sip

STRONG

draft gulp libation liquid potable potation potion shot slug spirits spot swallow swig taste toast

WEAK

thirst quencher

Antonyms

WEAK

food

VERB

take in liquid

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consume drain gulp guzzle inhale quaff sip slurp suck

STRONG

absorb belt booze dissipate down gargle imbibe indulge irrigate lap nip slosh sop sponge sup swallow swig swill thirst tipple toast

WEAK

hit the bottle liquor up partake of put away soak up tank up toss off wash down wet whistle

Antonyms

STRONG

abstain

Example Sentences

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How many times can England drink in the last chance saloon?

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

If this is the first you’re reading about the drink, you’re likely not alone.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

We wake up early, drink some coffee and get our 1-year-old ready for daycare.

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2026

As in various countries, authorities there urged citizens to take extra care of vulnerable people, drink water and avoid exertion at the hottest hours.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

He takes a long drink, which temporarily stains his lips orange.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

drink

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