1
as in absorbent
able to soak up liquids especially readily special drying cloths that are so bibulous that they can absorb 10 times their weight in water

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2
as in drunken
given to excessive use of alcoholic beverages a campaign to make the bibulous fraternity brother a collegiate archetype of the past

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Recent Examples of bibulous From that bibulous beginning, Mr. Epstein became a driving force behind the Library of America, which published its first books in 1979. Washington Post, 5 Feb. 2022 But how differently would the Iron Lady have handled Brexit or Jean-Claude Juncker, the EU’s bibulous president? Philip Delves Broughton, WSJ, 16 Nov. 2018 Aside from his bibulous peculiarities, Old Roy is generous, brave, courteous and a keen lover of fun. John MacCormack, San Antonio Express-News, 20 Jan. 2018 Old-school voters expecting him to reinstate the fading habit of the long and bibulous lunch may have to wait. Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 9 May 2017
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Adjective
  • Damp and waterlogged fabrics are an immediate mood-killer after a hot shower, but a plush, absorbent one or a solid stone or wood surface can do wonders for soaking in moisture, keeping you dry, and one degree of separation away from a cold tile floor.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Gel blasters are usually seen as a safer option compared to BB guns because the absorbent beads used for ammunition are soft and non-toxic.
    Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • There were deadly shootings, brawling, street parties late into the night, blaring music and drunken behavior.
    The Miami Herald, arkansasonline.com, 18 Feb. 2025
  • The drunken antics that occur at them are equally legendary.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The Latino diaspora was thirsty for a new sound that helped speak to their new urban environment; sort of like reggaetón has become for younger generations.
    Angel Diaz, Billboard, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Rest if tired, hydrate if thirsty, and cool down if hot. Position Practice safe body positioning while gardening.
    The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025

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“Bibulous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bibulous. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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