Definitions

drank

[drangk] / dræŋk /

VERB

take in liquid

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consume drain gulp guzzle inhale quaff sip slurp suck

STRONG

absorb belt booze dissipate down gargle imbibe indulge irrigate lap nip slosh sop sponge sup swallow swig swill thirst tipple toast

WEAK

hit the bottle liquor up partake of put away soak up tank up toss off wash down wet whistle

Antonyms

STRONG

abstain

Example Sentences

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During Starbucks’ investor day in January, Brady Brewer, CEO of Starbucks International, said that in China, the average person drank only three cups of coffee per year.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

I drank tea, quaffed vitamins, eschewed sudden movements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

He wheeled away after the ball hit the back of the Celtic net, saluting the fans, applauding their support as he drank in the acclaim.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

Research in Taiwan found that by age nine, children who drank bubble tea regularly were 1.7 times more likely to develop cavities in their permanent teeth.

From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026

I wiped the corners of my mouth after lunch, crossed my legs, drank the tea, and listened while Mama talked.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron