Inebrious Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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inebrious

[ɪˈniːbrɪəs ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

drunk

Inebrious means intoxicated or drunk. It is used to describe someone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Synonyms

drunk, inebriated, intoxicated.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
inebrious	This is an outdated term and is rarely used in modern conversation. It may appear in historical texts or in a humorous, old-fashioned context. The gentleman appeared inebrious after the lavish banquet.
intoxicated	A formal term frequently used in legal and medical contexts. It can also describe the state of being under the influence of drugs, not just alcohol. The doctor confirmed that the patient was intoxicated. He was arrested for driving while intoxicated.
drunk	Commonly used in everyday language to describe someone who has consumed too much alcohol. This word can have a casual or negative connotation depending on the context. He got really drunk at the party last night. Seeing him drunk again made me worried.
inebriated	A formal term often used in legal, medical, or professional settings. It carries a neutral to slightly formal connotation. The police report stated that the driver was inebriated. Patients who are inebriated should not be left unattended.

Examples of usage

He stumbled out of the bar, inebrious and unable to walk straight.
After a few too many drinks, she became inebrious and started singing loudly.
The inebrious man had trouble focusing his eyes on anything in the room.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

causing intoxication

Inebrious can also be used to describe something that causes intoxication. For example, inebrious substances or drinks.

Synonyms

inebriating, intoxicating, intoxifying.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
inebrious	Typically used in literary or formal contexts to describe a state of drunkenness or intoxication. He wandered through the streets, feeling quite inebrious after the night's festivities.
intoxicating	Commonly used to describe something that causes a feeling of intoxication. It can be used both in a positive way and to describe actual intoxication by substances. The intoxicating aroma of the flowers filled the air. The strong spirits were intoxicating, making him feel unsteady.
inebriating	Often used to describe something that causes intoxication. Can be used both literally and metaphorically. The wine was inebriating, and she soon felt light-headed. The success was so inebriating that it left him dizzy with delight.
intoxifying	Rarely used in modern English and often considered an archaic form. It carries the same meaning as 'intoxicating' but is less popular. The potion was said to be intoxifying, capable of altering one's state of mind.

Examples of usage

The cocktail was so inebrious that it knocked him out after just one sip.
The inebrious effects of the drug lasted for hours.
She avoided inebrious substances to stay clear-headed.

Translations

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Origin of 'inebrious'

The word 'inebrious' originated from the Latin word 'inebriare', which means 'to make drunk'. It has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe intoxication or things that cause intoxication. The term is mainly used in formal or literary contexts to convey the state of being drunk or the effects of intoxicating substances.