imbiber

/ˈɪmbɪbər/

Definitions

1. noun

one that drinks; a person or animal that imbibes a liquid, especially an intoxicating one

“The local pub is a popular spot for the city’s imbibers.”

2. verb

to drink (especially intoxicating liquor) in large quantities

“She had been imbibing heavily at the party and was not in a fit state to drive.”

Synonyms

  • drinker
  • tippler

Antonyms

  • sobriety
  • teetotaler