noun as in strong fondness

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Example:He has a long history of alcoholism and is now in a rehabilitation center.

Definition:A chronic condition characterized by the excessive consumption of alcohol and the inability to control the amount of alcohol one consumes.

From alcoholism

Example:The dipsomaniac's compulsion to drink led him to ignore all warnings from his family and doctors.

Definition:A strong or persistent desire to perform an act, often accompanied by a feeling of tension that is relieved only by performing the behavior.

From compulsion

Example:She was hospitalized for alcohol withdrawal after her alcoholism was discovered.

Definition:The symptoms that arise when an individual stops using a drug to which they have become physically dependent, typically characterized by distress and physical discomfort.

From withdrawal

Example:The dipsomaniac was admitted to a rehabilitation facility for professional support.

Definition:The process of restoring a person to an optimal state of functioning through treatment and support, often used in addiction recovery.

From rehabilitation

Example:Despite being sober for months, the former dipsomaniac experienced a relapse and returned to drinking.

Definition:A return to a previous condition, often a deterioration, especially with regard to health or addiction problems.

From relapse