intoxication

/ɪnˌtɑksəˈkeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The state of being drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.
    • After the party, she needed a full night's sleep to recover from her intoxication.
    • His intoxication was obvious from his slurred speech and unsteady walk.
    • The law prohibits driving under the influence of alcohol or drug intoxication.
  2. A state of great excitement, happiness, or euphoria.
    • The crowd was in a state of intoxication as the band played their final song.
    • Winning the championship brought a feeling of pure intoxication to the whole team.
    • The intoxication of first love made her feel like she was floating on air.
  3. Poisoning caused by a harmful substance entering the body.
    • The patient was treated for carbon monoxide intoxication in the emergency room.
    • Food intoxication can result from eating contaminated seafood.
    • Lead intoxication is a serious health risk in older buildings with lead paint.
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