Definitions
- Referring to the state of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs. - Describing the effect of a substance that alters one's mental state or behavior. - Talking about the feeling of excitement or euphoria caused by something pleasurable or thrilling.
- Describing the state of being dazed, confused, or disoriented. - Referring to the effect of a substance that causes numbness or loss of sensation. - Talking about the feeling of shock or disbelief caused by something unexpected or surprising.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a change in mental or physical state caused by a substance or experience.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a temporary state that wears off over time.
- 3Both words can be used figuratively to describe a state of mind or emotion.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Intoxicate is typically associated with the effect of alcohol or drugs, while stupefy can refer to a broader range of causes.
- 2Effect: Intoxicate implies a feeling of excitement or euphoria, while stupefy implies a feeling of confusion or disorientation.
- 3Intensity: Intoxicate is often associated with a stronger and more intense effect than stupefy.
- 4Duration: Intoxicate is often associated with a shorter duration of effect than stupefy.
- 5Connotation: Intoxicate has a more positive connotation than stupefy, which can have negative or neutral connotations.
Remember this!
Intoxicate and stupefy are both verbs that describe a change in mental or physical state caused by a substance or experience. However, intoxicate is typically associated with the effect of alcohol or drugs, and implies a feeling of excitement or euphoria. In contrast, stupefy can refer to a broader range of causes and implies a feeling of confusion or disorientation.
