Definition

The condition of being drunk or intoxicated, often due to consuming alcohol.

Example

After a few drinks, he fell into a state of inebriation and could barely walk straight.

Conversation

Did you notice how everyone was in a state of inebriation at the party last night?

Yeah, it was quite the wild scene!

I wasn't sure if I should join in or just watch them have fun.

Sometimes it's better to just enjoy the chaos from the sidelines.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inebriation → It is formed from "inebriari" (meaning to make drunk) and the suffix "-ation" (indicating a process or action). The word describes the process of becoming intoxicated or drunk.

Memory Tip

Think of the process of being made drunk ('inebriari') — that's why inebriation refers to the state of being intoxicated.

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