It's called 'desensitizing'. If you have to drink more and more to feel the same effects that you used to feel a year ago - you are becoming desensitized to the physical effects of alcohol (however - medically you will still be risking your health !)
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A drinker does not technically feel a warmth. He/She just thinks he/she does.
Alcohol consumption becomes a problem when one is dependent on it and consumes it irresponsibly, which will affect the drinker and everyone associated with the drinker.
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The great obsession of every abnormal drinker is the desire to achieve a state of intoxication or escape, often leading to a compulsive need for alcohol despite negative consequences. This obsession can manifest as a preoccupation with obtaining and consuming alcohol, prioritizing drinking over other aspects of life. It often results in a cycle of cravings and regret, as the drinker struggles to control their consumption while grappling with the impacts on their health and relationships.
alcoholics drink because they feel the urge to and are addicted to alcohol. a problem drinker drinks because they feel there is no other way to escape the worries and problems they face or feel.
It can in some cases. Alcohol can also make the drinker slow to react or merry.
Blacking out
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René Angélil, the late husband and manager of singer Celine Dion, was not known for being a heavy drinker. He had a history of health issues, including a battle with cancer, which likely influenced his lifestyle choices regarding alcohol. While he may have consumed alcohol socially, there is no significant public record suggesting he was a regular drinker.
Someone who enjoys drinking can be referred to as a "drinker" or "alcohol enthusiast." If their drinking is frequent or excessive, they might be labeled as a "heavy drinker" or "alcoholic," though the latter term typically implies a problematic relationship with alcohol. In a more casual context, they could simply be called a "social drinker" if they enjoy alcohol in social settings.
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