Inebriation
noun
The state of being drunk or intoxicated.
His speech was slurred and unsteady, a clear sign of his inebration.
Often appears as...
- state of inebration
- total inebration
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The process of making someone drunk.
The experiment required inebration of lab animals to study the effects of alcohol on their systems.
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
The state of being drunk or intoxicated.
His speech was slurred and unsteady, a clear sign of his inebration.
Often appears as...
- state of inebration
- total inebration
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The process of making someone drunk.
The experiment required inebration of lab animals to study the effects of alcohol on their systems.
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Consequence
Use 'inebriation' to describe not only physical drunkenness, but also the associated emotions like euphoria or confusion.
The inebriation at the party led to a mix of high spirits and a few teary outbursts.
Pro Tip 2/3Degree of Drunkenness
'Inebriation' usually implies a significant level of drunkenness, often more than just a slight buzz.
After his fourth drink, his inebriation was noticeable to everyone.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
'Inebriation' often carries a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of control or excess.
His frequent inebriation has become a concern among his friends.
Compare with
alcoholismboozecarousedebaucherydissipatedrunkenintoxicationrevelry
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