What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
drunk
Example
He got drunk at the party last night. [drunk: adjective]
Example
She was so drunk that she couldn't walk straight. [drunk: adjective]
Example
The party turned into a drunk fest after midnight. [drunk: noun]
intoxicated
Example
He was arrested for driving while intoxicated. [intoxicated: adjective]
Example
She became intoxicated after taking some pills. [intoxicated: adjective]
Example
The club had a policy against serving intoxicated customers. [intoxicated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Drunk is more common in everyday language, while intoxicated is more formal and often used in legal or medical contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between drunk and intoxicated?
Intoxicated is more formal than drunk and is often used in legal or medical contexts. Drunk is more casual and can be used in informal situations.
