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intoxication Synonyms

Another word for intoxication

Choosing another word for intoxication depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state of having lost normal control of one's physical and mental faculties as a result of consuming alcohol or drugs; drunkenness.

Usage Example

"The driver was arrested after exhibiting clear signs of drunkenness during the roadside evaluation."

Strongest
drunkenness
inebriation
inebriety
Strong
tipsiness
stupefaction
befuddlement

• noun (Context 2)

A state of intense excitement, exhilaration, or euphoria that overwhelms one's normal judgment.

Usage Example

"A sense of pure exhilaration swept over the young musician as the audience rose for a standing ovation."

Strongest
exhilaration
euphoria
Strong
elation
rapture
ecstasy
delirium
infatuation

• noun (Context 3)

A physiological condition of poisoning caused by the absorption of a toxic substance or metabolic waste into the body.

Usage Example

"Consuming excessive amounts of fluids in a short period can lead to dangerous water poisoning."

Strongest
poisoning
Strong
toxemia
toxaemia
toxicosis
toxicity

Opposites of intoxication

The opposite of intoxication shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

sobriety
detoxification
temperance
disenchantment
apathy
purification
abstinence
melancholy
See all opposites of intoxication

• Nearby Words

intoxicated
intoxicating
intoxicatingly
intoxication
intracoastal
intramural
intranational

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Intoxication. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/intoxication
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