How Do You Spell ABSINTHISM?

Pronunciation: [ɐbsˈɪnθɪzəm] (IPA)

Absinthism is a term used to describe a medical condition caused by excessive consumption of absinthe. The spelling of the word "Absinthism" can be broken down into its individual phonemes, or sound units, using IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet). It is pronounced /æb.sɪn.θɪ.zəm/. The stressed syllable is "sin," which is pronounced with a short "i" sound. The word "Absinthism" is derived from the French word "absinthe," which refers to the alcoholic beverage, and the suffix "-ism," which is used to refer to a medical or psychological condition.

ABSINTHISM Meaning and Definition

1. Absinthism is a term that refers to a condition characterized by chronic alcoholism and specifically associated with the prolonged and excessive consumption of absinthe, a high-proof anise-flavored alcoholic beverage. This term was originally coined during the late 19th and early 20th centuries when absinthe was gaining popularity, particularly in Europe.

   Absinthism is often described as a medical syndrome with a constellation of symptoms. These may include physical and psychological manifestations such as tremors, hallucinations, insomnia, irritability, depression, confusion, and even seizures. The condition is primarily attributed to the harmful effects of thujone, a chemical compound found in wormwood, one of the primary ingredients of absinthe. Thujone is believed to have neurotoxic properties that can lead to these debilitating effects.

   While absinthism is commonly associated with the excessive consumption of absinthe, it is important to note that it is not exclusive to this particular alcoholic beverage. Excessive alcohol consumption in general can lead to similar symptoms of addiction and dependency. Additionally, it is now recognized that thujone levels in historical absinthe were often exaggerated and the role of other factors, such as high alcohol content, also played a significant role in the development of absinthism.

   Overall, absinthism is a specific form of chronic alcoholism characterized by the excessive consumption of absinthe, which can result in a range of physical and psychological symptoms.

2. The pathological condition resulting from the habitual use of absinthe in excess.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of ABSINTHISM

The word "absinthism" is derived from "absinthe", a highly alcoholic spirit made from wormwood and various other botanicals. The term "absinthe" itself comes from the Latin word "absinthium", which can be traced back to the ancient Greek term "apsínthion". It is believed that "apsínthion" is related to the Ancient Egyptian word "wepwawet", which referred to a bitter herb, possibly wormwood. The suffix "-ism" in "absinthism" is commonly added to denote a condition or state caused by or associated with a particular substance or activity.