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intoxication

[ɪnˌtɒksɪˈkeɪʃən]

intoxication Definition

  • 1the state of being drunk or under the influence of drugs
  • 2the process of making someone drunk or under the influence of drugs

Using intoxication: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "intoxication" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police arrested him for driving under the influence of alcohol and intoxication.

  • Example

    He was charged with public intoxication after causing a disturbance at the bar.

  • Example

    The effects of the drug led to severe intoxication and hospitalization.

intoxication Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with intoxication

  • the state of being drunk due to excessive consumption of alcohol

    Example

    He was hospitalized for alcohol intoxication.

  • the state of being under the influence of drugs

    Example

    The overdose of drugs led to severe drug intoxication.

  • a type of food poisoning caused by consuming contaminated food

    Example

    The symptoms of food intoxication include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Summary: intoxication in Brief

Intoxication [ɪnˌtɒksɪˈkeɪʃən] refers to the state of being drunk or under the influence of drugs. It can also refer to the process of making someone drunk or under the influence of drugs. Examples include 'The police arrested him for driving under the influence of alcohol and intoxication.' and 'The effects of the drug led to severe intoxication and hospitalization.' Other phrases include 'alcohol intoxication,' 'drug intoxication,' and 'food intoxication.'