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Inebriety: meaning, definitions and examples

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inebriety

[ ɪˈniːbrʌɪəti ]

Noun

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state of being intoxicated

Inebriety refers to the state of being intoxicated or drunk, typically as a result of consuming alcohol or drugs. It is characterized by impaired coordination, slurred speech, and altered judgment.

Synonyms

drunkenness, inebriation, intoxication.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
inebriety	Usually used in a more formal or literary context to describe the condition of being drunk. His frequent inebriety was a cause of concern for his friends. The novel depicts the protagonist's descent into inebriety.
intoxication	This term is often used in medical or legal contexts. It can also refer to being under the influence of drugs in addition to alcohol. The medical team treated him for alcohol intoxication. Intoxication can impair your ability to drive safely.
drunkenness	Commonly used in everyday language to refer to someone being drunk, often with a slightly negative connotation. Her drunkenness at the party was quite embarrassing. Drunkenness can lead to poor decision making.
inebriation	Similar to inebriety, but slightly less formal. Can be used in both everyday and academic contexts. Signs of inebriation include slurred speech and loss of balance. The police tested the driver for inebriation.

Examples of usage

He was arrested for public intoxication due to his inebriety.
Her inebriety led to embarrassing behavior at the party.
The dangers of inebriety include impaired driving and health risks.

Translations

Translations of the word "inebriety" in other languages:

🇵🇹 embriaguez

🇮🇳 नशा

🇩🇪 Trunkenheit

🇮🇩 mabuk

🇺🇦 сп'яніння

🇵🇱 pijaństwo

🇯🇵 酩酊

🇫🇷 ivresse

🇪🇸 embriaguez

🇹🇷 sarhoşluk

🇰🇷 취함

🇸🇦 سكر

🇨🇿 opilost

🇸🇰 opilosť

🇨🇳 醉酒

🇸🇮 pijanost

🇮🇸 ölvun

🇰🇿 маскүнемдік

🇬🇪 მთვრალობა

🇦🇿 sərxoşluq

🇲🇽 ebriedad

Etymology

The word 'inebriety' originated from the Latin word 'inebrietas', which means drunkenness. Throughout history, inebriety has been associated with both positive and negative connotations. In some cultures, intoxication was seen as a way to connect with the divine, while in others, it was condemned as a sign of moral weakness. Today, inebriety is often viewed as a temporary escape from reality, but it can also lead to serious consequences such as addiction and health problems.

See also: inebriated, inebriating, inebriation.