Associations to the word «Imbibe»

Wiktionary

IMBIBE, verb. To drink (used frequently of alcoholic beverages).
IMBIBE, verb. (figuratively) To take in; as, to imbibe knowledge.

Dictionary definition

IMBIBE, verb. Take in, also metaphorically; "The sponge absorbs water well"; "She drew strength from the minister's words".
IMBIBE, verb. Take (gas, light or heat) into a solution.
IMBIBE, verb. Take in liquids; "The patient must drink several liters each day"; "The children like to drink soda".
IMBIBE, verb. Receive into the mind and retain; "Imbibe ethical principles".

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle