nonalcoholic

Thân thiện

A woman enjoys a nonalcoholic beverage at a cafe.

Definition

Adjective: Characterized by the absence of alcohol. Used to describe beverages or other substances that contain no alcohol.

Usage

The adjective "nonalcoholic" is used directly before a noun to specify that the item does not contain alcohol. It is the standard term for labeling and describing drinks served as alternatives to alcoholic ones.

Examples

• The restaurant offers a wide selection of nonalcoholic cocktails.
• She prefers nonalcoholic beer when she is the designated driver.
• For the children's party, we will serve only nonalcoholic punch.

Advanced Usage

• "to be nonalcoholic": Used in a predicate adjective structure.
  • This sparkling cider is completely nonalcoholic.
• In formal or commercial contexts, it is used for clear categorization.
  • Please select your beverage from the nonalcoholic options on the left side of the menu.

Variants and Related Words

• Non-alcoholic: A common hyphenated variant spelling. The meaning is identical.
  • We have a great range of non-alcoholic wines.
• Alcohol-free (adj.): A near-synonymous term often used interchangeably, especially on labels.
  • an alcohol-free mouthwash

Synonyms

• Alcohol-free: Containing no alcohol.
• Soft (when referring to drinks): Non-alcoholic (e.g., soft drinks).
• Virgin (in specific drink contexts): A cocktail made without any alcoholic spirits.

Antonyms

• Alcoholic: Containing alcohol.
• Hard (when referring to drinks): Alcoholic (e.g., hard liquor).

Học thuật

Adjective

1. characterized by the absence of alcohol
   • nonalcoholic beverages