Synonyms for imbibe

Verb

1. absorb, suck, imbibe, soak up, sop up, suck up, draw, take in, take up

usage: take in, also metaphorically; "The sponge absorbs water well"; "She drew strength from the minister's words"

2. assimilate, imbibe, absorb

usage: take (gas, light or heat) into a solution

3. drink, imbibe, consume, ingest, take in, take, have

usage: take in liquids; "The patient must drink several liters each day"; "The children like to drink soda"

4. imbibe, absorb, assimilate, ingest, take in

usage: receive into the mind and retain; "Imbibe ethical principles"