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caffeinism

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caffeinism /caf·fein·ism/ (kaf´en-izm) a morbid condition resulting from ingestion of excessive amounts of caffeine; characteristics include insomnia, restlessness, excitement, tachycardia, tremors, and diuresis.
caf·fein·ism (k-fnzm, kf-)
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A toxic condition marked by diarrhea, elevated blood pressure, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, and insomnia, caused by excessive ingestion of coffee and other caffeine-containing substances.

caffeinism
an agitated state induced by excessive ingestion of caffeine.

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Addiction to caffeine, sometimes called caffeinism, refers to the tolerance the body develops to caffeine.
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