French translation of absinthism is 
absinthism

Meaning of "absinthism" in English

Absinthism refers to a historical term that describes a range of disorders associated with the excessive consumption of absinthe, a potent green spirit made from anise, fennel, and the leaves of Artemisia absinthium (wormwood). Popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries, absinthe was often linked to various health issues such as hallucinations, convulsions, and mania, culminating in a specific type of addiction referred to as absinthism. Though many of these claims were later debunked, absinthe became symbolic of bohemian culture and artistic creativity, leaving a lingering mythos regarding its effects.

Meaning of "absinthism" in French

In French, "absinthism" refers to the presumed affliction observed during the height of absinthe’s popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Primarily associated with overconsumption of the spirit, it was believed to cause a range of mental and physical health problems, including hallucinations and seizures. Despite its historical connection to the artistic scenes in Paris, many of the associated symptoms were later discredited or attributed to alcoholism in general. Nonetheless, "absinthism" lingered in cultural memory as an emblematic ailment of the era.

Pronunciation of "absinthism" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈæb.sɪnˌθɪz.əm/

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal regional variations in the pronunciation of "absinthism" in English, though British and American accents might differ slightly in their articulation of the vowels. The emphasis generally remains on the first syllable, with a clear 's' sound in the middle.

Pronunciation of "absinthism" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ab.sɛ̃.tizm/

Pronunciation Variations: Similar to English, French does not have significant regional variations in pronouncing "absinthism," maintaining the nasal 'in' and a soft 'z' sound. The pronunciation remains consistent across different French-speaking areas with an emphasis on the first syllable.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Absinthism was once feared as a dangerous condition in the 19th century. (L'absinthisme était autrefois redouté comme une condition dangereuse au XIXe siècle.)

2. Many artists were believed to suffer from absinthism due to their absinthe consumption. (On pensait que de nombreux artistes souffraient d'absinthisme en raison de leur consommation d'absinthe.)

3. Absinthism had a notorious reputation for causing hallucinations and psychological issues. (L'absinthisme avait une réputation notoire pour causer des hallucinations et des problèmes psychologiques.)

4. The myth of absinthism continues to captivate cultural historians. (Le mythe de l'absinthisme continue de captiver les historiens de la culture.)

5. Medical reports in the 1800s often cited absinthism as a health threat. (Les rapports médicaux du XIXe siècle citaient souvent l'absinthisme comme une menace pour la santé.)

6. The debate over the validity of absinthism continues in academic circles. (Le débat sur la validité de l'absinthisme continue dans les milieux universitaires.)

7. Absinthism was more a reflection of general alcoholism rather than a unique syndrome. (L'absinthisme reflétait plus l'alcoolisme général qu'un syndrome unique.)

8. The artists' community in Paris had a notable history with absinthism. (La communauté artistique de Paris avait une histoire notable avec l'absinthisme.)

9. Today's understanding of absinthism dismisses many of the old myths. (La compréhension actuelle de l'absinthisme écarte de nombreux anciens mythes.)

10. Absinthism was depicted in many works of art as a cultural emblem. (L'absinthisme était représenté dans de nombreuses œuvres d'art comme un emblème culturel.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "absinthism" in English

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Similar Words: absinthe addiction, chronic alcoholism, substance abuse, artistic inspiration, bohemian lifestyle.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "absinthism" in French

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Similar Words: dépendance à l'absinthe, alcoolisme chronique, abus de substances, inspiration artistique, mode de vie bohème.

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