Chemical Processes Glossary

noun a state of being intoxicated, especially by alcohol

adjective intoxicated

• The suspect was arrested for public intoxication.
• She had a bit too much to drink and ended up in a state of intoxication.
• He was so wasted, he reached a level of intoxication that was off the charts.
• The beauty of the sunset filled me with a sense of intoxication.

noun a state of decay or decomposition

• The process of putrefaction is essential for the decomposition of organic matter.
• The smell of putrefaction coming from the garbage bin is unbearable.
• I can't stand the sight of putrefaction, it's gross!
• The putrefaction of their friendship was evident as they drifted apart.