Intoxication: meaning, definitions and examples

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intoxication

 

[ ษชnหŒtษ’ksษชหˆkeษชสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

state of being drunk

Intoxication refers to the state of being drunk or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is characterized by impaired judgment, coordination, and cognitive functions. Intoxication can lead to reckless behavior and poor decision-making.

Synonyms

drunkenness, inebriation.

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Word Description / Examples
intoxication

Similar to the first 'intoxication' entry, often found in clinical or formal contexts, describing the influence of substances.

  • Alcohol intoxication can impair judgment and coordination.
  • The doctor noted signs of intoxication.
inebriation

Often used in more formal or somewhat old-fashioned contexts. It refers to the state of being drunk but with less negative connotation than 'drunkenness'.

  • The inebriation of the guests was taken lightly by the host.
  • Signs of inebriation can include slurred speech and unsteady movements.
drunkenness

Commonly used in everyday language to describe the state of being drunk. It can carry a negative connotation, implying a lack of control or responsibility.

  • His drunkenness was obvious to everyone at the party.
  • Public drunkenness is not tolerated in this town.

Examples of usage

  • He was arrested for public intoxication.
  • She showed signs of intoxication after consuming several drinks.
  • The level of intoxication was evident in his slurred speech.
Context #2 | Noun

poisoning

Intoxication can also refer to poisoning caused by the ingestion of toxic substances. This type of intoxication can result in severe health consequences and even death if not treated promptly.

Synonyms

ingestion, poisoning, toxication.

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intoxication

Used when referring to being under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It often indicates a temporary state of impaired judgement or physical coordination.

  • After just a few drinks, he was already showing signs of intoxication.
  • Intoxication can greatly impair one's ability to drive safely.
poisoning

Used to describe the harmful effects caused by ingesting, inhaling, or absorbing toxic substances. It often implies a harmful or dangerous situation that requires medical attention.

  • The patient was rushed to the hospital with symptoms of poisoning after eating wild mushrooms.
  • Carbon monoxide poisoning can be fatal if not detected early.
toxication

A more technical term often used in scientific or medical contexts to describe the process by which a substance becomes toxic or causes toxic effects in the body.

  • The study focused on the mechanisms of drug toxication in liver cells.
  • Understanding toxication pathways is crucial for developing effective antidotes.
ingestion

Used in medical or health contexts to describe the process of taking substances, typically food, drink, or drugs, into the body through the mouth.

  • The ingestion of contaminated food caused a severe outbreak of food poisoning.
  • Proper ingestion of vitamins is essential for maintaining good health.

Examples of usage

  • The hospital treated several cases of food intoxication.
  • She suffered from intoxication after ingesting a contaminated substance.

Translations

Translations of the word "intoxication" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น intoxicaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคถเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vergiftung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keracunan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะฝั‚ะพะบัะธะบะฐั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zatrucie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธญๆฏ’ (ใกใ‚…ใ†ใฉใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intoxication

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ intoxicaciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zehirlenme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ค‘๋… (์ค‘๋…)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุณู…ู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ otrava

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ otrava

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธญๆฏ’ (zhรฒngdรบ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zastrupitev

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eitrun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัƒะปะฐะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒขแƒแƒฅแƒกแƒ˜แƒ™แƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zษ™hษ™rlษ™nmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ intoxicaciรณn

Etymology

The word 'intoxication' originated from the Latin word 'intoxicationem' which means poisoning. Over time, its meaning expanded to include the state of being drunk or under the influence of substances. The concept of intoxication has been present in various cultures throughout history, often associated with altered states of consciousness and social behaviors.

See also: intoxicant, intoxicated, intoxicating.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,734, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.