Cool MateMeaning of Drunk
having drunk so much alcohol that it is impossible to think or speak clearly
In simple words: Having had too much alcohol.
Drunk in a sentence
- 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.
How to use Drunk
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!
Related words
Synonyms for Drunk
- intoxicated
- inebriated
- wasted
- tipsy
- plastered
Opposites of Drunk
- sober
- clear-headed
Common mistakes with Drunk
- 'Drunk' used as a verb instead of an adjective.
- Confusing 'drunk' with 'drinking' (present participle).
- Using 'drunk' in formal writing.
Drunk appears in
Drunk in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سكران
شرب الكثير من الكحول.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নেশাগ্রস্ত
অতিরিক্ত মদ্যপান করা।
- GermanDeutsch
betrunken, besoffen
Zu viel Alkohol getrunken haben.
- SpanishEspañol
BorrachO
Haber tomado demasiado alcohol.
- Persianفارسی
مست
زیاد الکل نوشیده.
- FrenchFrançais
Ivre
Avoir trop bu d'alcool.
- Hindiहिन्दी
नशे में
बहुत ज़्यादा शराब पी ली है।
- ItalianItaliano
Ubriaco
Aver bevuto troppo alcol.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Bêbado, Embriagado
Ter bebido demais.
- RussianРусский
Пьяный
Перебрал с алкоголем.
- Urduاردو
نشہ میں
بہت زیادہ شراب پی لی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
醉
喝得太多了。
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To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Drunk
What does Drunk mean?
Having had too much alcohol.
What is the definition of Drunk?
having drunk so much alcohol that it is impossible to think or speak clearly
How do you use Drunk in a sentence?
After a night out, he was completely drunk and unable to walk straight.
Can you give another example of Drunk?
She was too drunk to remember how she got home last night.
What are synonyms for Drunk?
Common alternatives include intoxicated, inebriated, wasted, tipsy, plastered.
What is the opposite of Drunk?
Opposite meanings include sober, clear-headed.
What words go with Drunk?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, with, drunk driver, drunk driving.
What are common mistakes when using Drunk?
'Drunk' used as a verb instead of an adjective. Confusing 'drunk' with 'drinking' (present participle). Using 'drunk' in formal writing.
How do you pronounce Drunk?
US: /["/drʌŋk/"]/, UK: /["/drʌŋk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Drunk formal or informal?
"Drunk" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Drunk?
Use 'drunk' in casual situations. It's not suitable for formal contexts. Instead of saying 'drunk', you might hear 'intoxicated' in more serious discussions.
What CEFR level is Drunk?
"Drunk" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.