inebriated
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for inebriated, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Drunk; affected by alcohol to the point of impaired behavior.
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Etymology
From Latin inebriatus, past participle of inebriare ("to intoxicate"), from in- plus ebrius ("drunk").
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What does “inebriated” mean?
The word “inebriated” means drunk; affected by alcohol to the point of impaired behavior. In plain terms, a more formal or clinical way to say drunk.
How do you pronounce “inebriated”?
“Inebriated” is pronounced ih-NEE-bree-ay-tihd (/ɪˈniː.bɹi.eɪ.tɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “inebriated” in a sentence?
Here is “inebriated” used in a sentence: “The inebriated guest could barely stand by the end of the party.”
What part of speech is “inebriated”?
“Inebriated” is an adjective.
Where does the word “inebriated” come from?
The word “inebriated” comes from Latin. From Latin inebriatus, past participle of inebriare ("to intoxicate"), from in- plus ebrius ("drunk").