What is another word for heavy drinking?
Pronunciation: [hˈɛvi dɹˈɪŋkɪŋ] (IPA) 
Heavy drinking is a term used to describe the consumption of a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time. However, there are many other synonyms that can be used to describe this behavior. Some synonyms for heavy drinking include binge drinking, excessive drinking, alcohol abuse, alcoholism, and problem drinking. Binge drinking refers to consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time, typically in a single session. Excessive drinking refers to drinking more than the recommended amount of alcohol on a regular basis. Alcohol abuse is a more severe form of heavy drinking that can lead to health problems such as liver damage, while alcoholism refers to a chronic addiction to alcohol. Problem drinking is a more general term used to describe any behavior related to alcohol that may pose a risk to one's health.
