drunk Synonyms
Another word for drunk
• adjective (Context 1)
Affected by alcohol to the extent of losing control of one's faculties or behavior; intoxicated.
"He realized he was too intoxicated to drive home safely and called a taxi instead."
• verb (Context 2)
To have swallowed or consumed a liquid (used as the past participle of 'drink').
"She had never swallowed sparkling water before her trip to Europe."
• noun (Context 3)
A person who is intoxicated by alcohol, especially someone who is habitually inebriated.
"The bartender refused to serve the unruly drunkard at the end of the counter."
• adjective (Context 4)
Overcome or exhilarated by a strong emotion, success, or power.
"The newly appointed dictator quickly became intoxicated with absolute power."
• noun (Context 5)
A bout or period of heavy drinking (informal).
"After losing his job, he went on a three-day bender before seeking help."
Opposites of drunk
The opposite of drunk shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: