Inebriating: meaning, definitions and examples

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inebriating

 

[ ษชหˆnษ›brษชหŒeษชtษชล‹ ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

describing effects of alcohol or drugs

Causing intoxication; producing drunkenness or exhilaration.

Synonyms

inebrious, intoxicant, intoxicating.

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Word Description / Examples
inebriating

This word is typically used to describe the process or effect of causing someone to become drunk, often in formal or academic language.

  • The inebriating properties of the beverage were evident after just one glass.
  • The inebriating effect of the wine was slow but potent.
intoxicating

Often used to describe something that produces a strong emotional or physical reaction, not necessarily limited to alcohol. It can have both positive and negative connotations.

  • The music had an intoxicating rhythm that made everyone want to dance.
  • The intoxicating aroma of the flowers filled the garden.
intoxicant

This term is used to refer to a substance that causes intoxication, like drugs or alcohol. It is often used in legal, medical, or scientific contexts.

  • Alcohol is a common intoxicant that affects millions of people worldwide.
  • The legality of certain intoxicants varies from country to country.
inebrious

This is an archaic and formal term rarely used in modern conversation, typically found in older texts or literature to describe drunkenness.

  • The inebrious state of the character was vividly described in the novel.
  • His inebrious behavior at the party caused quite a scandal.

Examples of usage

  • The inebriating effects of the wine were evident as he stumbled around the room.
  • She enjoyed the inebriating feeling of being high on marijuana.
Context #2 | Verb

to make someone drunk or exhilarated

To make drunk; to intoxicate; to excite or elate excessively.

Synonyms

enrapture, excite, intoxicate.

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inebriating

This word is often used to describe something that causes a state of drunkenness or exhilaration, usually from alcohol or a similar substance. It has a somewhat negative connotation.

  • The potent cocktail was inebriating, leaving the guests feeling lightheaded.
  • The inebriating smell of jasmine filled the garden.
intoxicate

Similar to inebriating, intoxicate generally refers to the state of being drunk or influenced by a substance, but it can also mean being overwhelmed by emotions. This word can have negative implications.

  • The wine quickly intoxicated him, dulling his senses.
  • She was intoxicated by the thrill of the adventure.
enrapture

This word is used when something deeply thrills or delights someone, often used in a positive sense, almost spiritual or artistic experiences.

  • The symphony enraptured the audience, carrying them away with its beauty.
  • She was enraptured by the stunning sunset over the ocean.
excite

This word describes creating a feeling of enthusiasm or eagerness in someone, suitable for positive contexts, often with anticipation or high energy.

  • The news of the upcoming trip excited the children.
  • He was excited about starting his new job.

Examples of usage

  • He inebriated himself with a large amount of whiskey.
  • The music and atmosphere in the club inebriated the crowd.

Translations

Translations of the word "inebriating" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inebriante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคถเคพ เค•เคฐเคจเฅ‡เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช berauschend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memabukkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟ'ัะฝะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odurzajฤ…cy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้…”ใ‚ใ›ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท enivrant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ embriagador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sarhoลŸ edici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ทจํ•˜๊ฒŒ ํ•˜๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณูƒุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ opojnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ opojnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝฟไบบ้™ถ้†‰็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ opojno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรญmuefni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐั ะฑะพะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ—แƒ•แƒ แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™rxoลŸ edษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ embriagador

Etymology

The word 'inebriating' originates from the Latin word 'inebriare', which means 'to make drunk'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the effects of alcohol or drugs on a person. The term highlights the intoxicating and exhilarating impact of substances that alter one's state of mind.

See also: inebriated, inebriation, inebriety.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,174, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.