Drunkenly: meaning, definitions and examples
๐บ
drunkenly
[ หdrสลkษnli ]
state of inebriation
The term 'drunkenly' refers to the manner in which someone behaves while under the influence of alcohol. This typically involves clumsiness, slurred speech, or erratic behavior, reflecting the loss of self-control that often accompanies excessive drinking. The term is commonly used to describe actions that are influenced by intoxication and can include both positive and negative behaviors.
Synonyms
foolishly, intoxicatedly, tipsily.
Examples of usage
- He staggered drunkenly down the street.
- She sang drunkenly at the party.
- They laughed drunkenly, oblivious to their surroundings.
Translations
Translations of the word "drunkenly" in other languages:
๐ต๐น embriagadamente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคฐเคพเคฌเฅ เคนเฅเคเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช betrunken
๐ฎ๐ฉ memabukkan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟ'ัะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ pijany
๐ฏ๐ต ้ ใฃใฆ
๐ซ๐ท ivrement
๐ช๐ธ borrachosamente
๐น๐ท sarhoล bir ลekilde
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์ ์ทจํด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุซู ููุง
๐จ๐ฟ opilecky
๐ธ๐ฐ opitรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ้้ ๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ pijanฤe
๐ฎ๐ธ fullur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััะผะดัะบ ัััะฟ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ iรงkili
๐ฒ๐ฝ ebrio
Etymology
The word 'drunkenly' stems from the Old English word 'druncen', which means 'to drink' and is related to the modern English word 'drunk'. Over time, the suffix '-ly' was added to form the adverbial form, indicating the manner of an action. The evolution of the word reflects societal attitudes towards alcohol consumption, where the state of being drunk has been both celebrated and critiqued throughout history. From ancient cultures that revered intoxication during rituals to modern societies grappling with addiction, the term encapsulates the complex relationship humans have with alcohol. Its usage has persisted in literature and everyday language, often evoking vivid imagery of individuals engaging in uninhibited behaviors due to alcohol consumption.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,306 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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