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intoxication

/ɪntɑksɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about intoxication at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

  1. The physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance.
  2. A temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol.
  3. Excitement and elation beyond the bounds of sobriety.
    the intoxication of wealth and power