DRINKS Synonyms: 125 Similar and Opposite Words

drinks 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of drink

as in sips

to swallow in liquid form the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

as in boozes

to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages we're worried that she's started drinking again

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

abstains

as in absorbs

to take in (something liquid) through small openings the hot surface of the porous rock drank water like a sponge

Synonyms & Similar Words

drinks

2 of 2

noun

plural of drink

as in beverages

a liquid suitable for drinking we went inside to have a drink after mowing the lawn

Synonyms & Similar Words

as in gulps

the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time the thirsty soldier took a long drink from his canteen

Synonyms & Similar Words

as in liquors

a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

nonintoxicants

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of drinks

Verb

On the palate, first sips are remarkably soft and approachable, and Hyperion drinks a touch below its 110 proof. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Then there are the other small appliances that have remained in their original boxes since your bridal shower, the dozens of reusable water bottles that no one ever drinks from, and the mysterious gadget that permanently lives in the utensil drawer. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 The result is great for work, drinks with the girls, and dinner reservations alike. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026 What was interesting is that after work, pretty much everyone goes down to the pub and drinks beers for a couple of hours before heading home. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Alice craves mentorship but can’t help noting how often Nora drinks on the job; Nora, who discovers Alice having a panic attack in the bathroom, wonders whether the newbie stands a chance of making it in the Bureau. — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 30 July 2026 Perfect for a Pilates class, a long walk, or drinks with friends this summer at an outdoor bar. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 Elevate soups, cocktails, and drinks with creamy, café-style texture. — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 17 July 2026 For one scene, where Streep’s Madeline Ashton drinks an anti-aging potion known as the Elixir of Life, the effects are seen instantly, with both her breasts and her bottom rising and plumping. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Noun

On weekdays, a steady stream of regulars stop in the light and bright space for their morning coffee and croissant or to sit for a bit with a ham and cheese sandwich and one of the shop’s seasonal specialty drinks. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026 The flavor trend has grown in recent years, with more people adding frothy, creamy banana foam to their favorite coffee drinks or banana bread coffee syrup to their lattes. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026 As evening fell and guests sipped drinks and ate hors d’oeuvres, John Ternus slipped into the Observatory building, an event space embedded into a meadow with a large oval window that looks out toward Apple’s main building. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026 Beverage and budget drinks chain Mixue has quickly opened four times the number of stores as Dunkin Donuts. — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 The store serves classic boba drinks, as well as milk tea, fruit tea, yogurt drinks and uiji matcha. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 31 Aug. 2026 Employees brought out chairs and offered the crowd warm drinks. — Whitney Eulich, Christian Science Monitor, 29 Aug. 2026 The diner, a few minutes away from the main strip of town, serves up a variety of diner food and drinks. — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2026 So why are billion-dollar chains suddenly so obsessed with fruit-forward drinks? — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks

Verb

The crowd sips matcha dragon fruit cocktails and stares, aghast.

— Dina Cheney, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026
California returns to its original brand collaboration with BLQK coffee, and the team sips espresso during timeouts.

— Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of sips

Verb

This outer layer absorbs physical stress directly, protecting the delicate internal materials from bending or cracking under load.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
As Altman absorbs the public’s fears and frustrations over AI, the company has recently sought to elevate Brockman’s profile as a counterweight.

— Alex Heath, Time, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of absorbs

Noun

More than just thirst quenchers, functional beverages are engineered to deliver a wellness punch with vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, electrolytes, probiotics and enzymes for gut health and adaptogens for mood support.

— Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Sacramento could soon have more places where people can legally enjoy alcoholic beverages outdoors during special events.

— James Taylor, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of beverages

Noun

The import taxes will hit everything from hockey sticks to some building materials, liquors and certain kinds of clothing.

— Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026
This list of 11 Labor Day cocktail ideas features a wide array of liquors, including vodka, gin, bourbon, cognac and tequila.

— John Kell, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of liquors

Verb

Social Security swallows nearly a quarter of the federal budget and is less than a decade away from insolvency.

— Andrew G. Biggs, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026
If your dog swallows these fibers, it can get caught up in the digestive tract like hair in plumbing and create a blockage.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of swallows

Noun

Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are low-calorie alternatives to sugar that can be helpful for people managing diabetes or watching their weight.

— Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 10 July 2026
Heavy stylers with alcohols can dry out the hair and scalp, causing product buildup that leads to dandruff-like flakes.

— Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 18 June 2026

Definition of alcohols

Verb

But these opening works feel grounded and hopeful, at home in a way that imbibes them with a sense of light.

— Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 15 July 2026
This is important – just think about the difference between a smartphone that sits in your pocket, and a pair of glasses that automatically imbibes all of the information from your field of vision, every moment of every day.

— John Werner, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025