dipsomania
UK: ˌdɪpsəʊˈmeɪniə | US: ˌdɪpsoʊˈmeɪniə
n. an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic drinks; alcoholism.
The word dipsomania was coined in the mid-19th century by combining Greek roots to describe a medical condition—specifically, an intense, pathological thirst for alcohol. The term reflects the classical tradition of using Greek morphemes to name medical or psychological disorders (e.g., kleptomania, pyromania). The logic is straightforward: dipso (thirst) + mania (compulsive obsession) = an obsessive craving for drink.
His dipsomania led to frequent hospitalizations.
The doctor diagnosed her with dipsomania after years of uncontrolled drinking.
Dipsomania is often linked to deeper psychological issues.
Treatment for dipsomania requires both medical and therapeutic intervention.
The term dipsomania is less commonly used today, replaced by "alcohol use disorder."