Inebriation

/ɪˌnibrɪˈeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The state of being intoxicated or drunk, typically from alcohol. Can also refer to being exhilarated or excited by something non-alcoholic.

Etymology

From Latin 'inebriare' meaning 'to make drunk,' from 'in-' (intensive) + 'ebrius' (drunk). The word has maintained its core meaning since entering English in the 15th century, though it can be used metaphorically for any kind of intoxication.

Kelly Says

Break it down as 'in-EBRIATION'—think of someone being 'in' a state of 'liberation' from sobriety! The 'ebri' part is related to 'inebriated,' and you can remember both by thinking of someone whose brain is 'in' an altered state.

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