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Drunk

UK /["/drʌŋk/"]/US /["/drʌŋk/"]/

Definition

having drunk so much alcohol that it is impossible to think or speak clearly

In simple words: Having had too much alcohol.

Examples

  • After a night out, he was completely drunk and unable to walk straight.
  • She was too drunk to remember how she got home last night.
  • The party was so lively that many guests ended up drunk by the end of the evening.
  • He felt drunk with excitement when he received the good news.
  • She was drunk on the joy of being reunited with her family after so long.

Usage notes

Use 'drunk' in casual situations. It's not suitable for formal contexts. Instead of saying 'drunk', you might hear 'intoxicated' in more serious discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'drunk' person stumbling like a 'duck' — sounds similar!

Collocations

  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • with
  • drunk driver
  • drunk driving

Synonyms

  • intoxicated
  • inebriated
  • wasted
  • tipsy
  • plastered

Antonyms

  • sober
  • clear-headed

Common mistakes

  • 'Drunk' used as a verb instead of an adjective.
  • Confusing 'drunk' with 'drinking' (present participle).
  • Using 'drunk' in formal writing.