Definition of Intoxicate
Intoxicate
in·tox·i·cate
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To excite or stupefy by a substance, especially alcohol, or to fascinate or captivate.
e.g. The strong perfume seemed to intoxicate her senses, making her feel dizzy.
(verb)
to make someone feel excited, elated, or exhilarated, often to a point that their enthusiasm drives them into a frenzy;
e.g. The energy at the concert began to intoxicate the audience as they listened to their favorite band perform.
(verb)
in old usage, to poison someone, i.e. to administer some toxin to them;
e.g. The murderer planned to intoxicate his victims by putting poison in their food.
(adjective)
in old usage, strongly under the influence of alcohol or drugs, to the point that one's physical and mental capacity and control are significantly reduced;
e.g. He led his intoxicate friend out of a bar and into a cab.
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