DRINKABLE Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈdriŋ-kə-bəl

Definition of drinkable

as in potable

suitable for drinking technically, that cheap stuff may be wine, but it's hardly drinkable

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drinkable

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noun

as in drink

a liquid suitable for drinking the thoughtful hostess offered her guests an assortment of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinkables

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Adjective

The law also added a requirement that heavy water users (over 100,000 gallons a day) must use reclaimed water, or water that has been used and cleaned, to offset their use of fresh, drinkable water. — Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026 Josh, that dependable, highly drinkable California wine — the Cabernet Sauvignon is the most popular — that usually doesn’t cost more than $20. — Gillian Telling, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

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Keep in mind that determining the exact dosage per serving in homemade edibles and drinkables can be difficult—you’ll never be 100 percent accurate because many factors can influence the outcome. — Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 Bourbon was aged for 19 years and three months, which Bhakta himself admits is pretty old for a bourbon, possibly teetering on the edge of drinkable. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for drinkable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinkable

Adjective

Since the pipeline’s rupture in June, the Puerto Rico National Guard and government agencies from throughout the island have been distributing potable water from cistern trucks, according to the governor’s office.

— Isabel Rosales, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
In Boise and other parts of the Treasure Valley, some residents irrigate lawns with potable water supplied through public water systems.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of potable

Noun

So when Billie and Issa get an actual offer for drinks with two firefighters who come to the house, Billie puts on a goofy British accent à la Issa and turns them down, choosing a quiet night at home with her friend instead.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
The company is known for its affordable drinks and ice cream, including its signature King Cone vanilla ice cream.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of drink

Adjective

Think bright citrus, fresh herbs, seasonal fruit and plenty of bubbles.

— Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Blood Similar to cleaning urine stains, if the blood on your mattress is fresh, then start the process by soaking up excess liquid with a paper towel before cleaning the area.

— Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026

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