Definition

A person who often drinks too much alcohol and is frequently drunk.

Example

He was known as a drunkard in the neighborhood because he could never stay sober for long.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy at the bar last night?

Yeah, I saw him too; he looked like a real drunkard.

It's sad to see someone like that so often, isn't it?

Definitely, I hope he gets the help he needs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Drunkard → It is formed from "drunk" (from Old English "druncen", meaning intoxicated) and "-ard" (a suffix used to denote a person associated with a particular quality or action). The word "drunkard" refers to a person who is habitually intoxicated or engages in excessive drinking.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'intoxicated' ('drunk') and the '-ard' suffix indicating a person. This helps you remember that a drunkard is someone who is often intoxicated.

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