drunk
word
Definition
Having consumed too much alcohol, so that you are no longer fully in control of your actions or clear in your thinking. It can also refer to someone who is habitually affected by alcohol.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly informal and sometimes considered impolite if used directly to describe someone. Common collocations: 'get drunk', 'stay drunk', 'drunk driving'. Can also be a noun (a 'drunk' = a person who often drinks too much). Do not confuse with 'drink' (the verb).
Example Sentences
He was drunk at the party last night.
basic
Don’t drive while you are drunk.
basic
My uncle gets drunk very easily.
basic
She wasn’t just drunk; she was completely out of control.
natural
I only realized how drunk I was when I tried to stand up.
natural
You can usually tell when someone is drunk by the way they talk.
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