caffeinism

caffeinism
a) a toxic condition caused by excessive ingestion of coffee and other caffeine-containing beverages
b) addiction to such beverages

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  • caffeinism — /ka fee niz euhm, kaf ee niz , kaf ee euh /, n. chronic toxicity caused by excessive intake of caffeine, characterized by anxiety, irritability, palpitations, insomnia, and digestive disturbances. [1885 90; CAFFEINE + ISM] * * * …   Universalium

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