What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
intoxication
Example
He was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicating substances. [intoxication: noun]
Example
The partygoers experienced a sense of intoxication after consuming several drinks. [intoxication: noun]
inebriation
Example
He was charged with public intoxication after stumbling around the street. [inebriation: noun]
Example
She felt a sense of inebriation after drinking too much wine. [inebriation: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Intoxication is more commonly used than inebriation in everyday language, especially in legal or medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between intoxication and inebriation?
Intoxication is more formal and commonly used in legal or medical contexts, while inebriation is more informal and often used in everyday language.
