Inebriate Definition & Meaning

inebriate
noun
  1. a chronic drinker
verb
  1. fill with sublime emotion; "The children were thrilled at the prospect of going to the movies"; "He was inebriated by his phenomenal success"
  2. make drunk (with alcoholic drinks)
  3. become drunk or drink excessively

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