Inebriant

C2 18+

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɛbriənt/

Definitions of inebriant

noun a substance that causes intoxication

Example Sentences

A1 I do not drink inebriants.

A2 The party got out of control due to the presence of inebriants.

B1 It is important to be aware of the effects of inebriants on your body.

B2 The shop was shut down for selling inebriants to minors.

C1 The government implemented stricter regulations on the sale of inebriants.

C2 The inebriant industry is facing scrutiny for its marketing tactics.

adjective having the quality of causing intoxication

Example Sentences

A1 I had a glass of inebriant wine at the party.

A2 She felt tipsy after drinking the inebriant cocktail.

B1 The inebriant effects of the alcohol were starting to show.

B2 The inebriant properties of the drink were well known among the locals.

C1 He was cautious not to consume too much of the inebriant substance.

C2 The inebriant nature of the beverage was evident in its strong aroma.

Examples of inebriant in a Sentence

formal The consumption of inebriants is strictly prohibited on this premises.

informal Let's grab some inebriants and have a good time tonight.

slang I can't believe he got caught with inebriants again.

figurative Music has always been my inebriant, lifting my spirits in times of need.

Grammatical Forms of inebriant

past tense

inebriated

plural

inebriants

comparative

more inebriant

superlative

most inebriant

present tense

inebriates

future tense

will inebriate

perfect tense

have inebriated

continuous tense

is inebriating

singular

inebriant

positive degree

inebriant

infinitive

inebriate

gerund

inebriating

participle

inebriating

Origin and Evolution of inebriant

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'inebriant' originated from the Latin word 'inebriare' which means to intoxicate or make drunk.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'inebriant' has retained its original meaning of something that causes intoxication or drunkenness. It is commonly used to refer to substances such as alcohol or drugs that alter one's mental state.