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intoxicating
[in-tok-si-key-ting]
adjective
causing or capable of causing intoxication.
intoxicating beverages.
exhilarating; exciting.
an intoxicating idea.
intoxicating
/ ɪˈɒɪˌɪɪŋ /
adjective
(of an alcoholic drink) producing in a person a state ranging from euphoria to stupor, usually accompanied by loss of inhibitions and control; inebriating
stimulating, exciting, or producing great elation
Other Word Forms
- intoxicatingly adverb
- nonintoxicating adjective
- nonintoxicatingly adverb
- unintoxicating adjective
- ˈٴdz澱ˌپԲ adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of intoxicating1
Example Sentences
A true titan with the largest inflorescence on Earth it radiates an intoxicating perfume that has been described as a blend of dead fish, rotting cabbage and garlic.
Monaco is the jewel in Formula 1's crown, an event that encapsulates the heady mix of glamour, danger, beauty and speed that makes the sport so intoxicating.
You might land on something intoxicatingly close, but still frustratingly lacking.
Respighi wrote of “The Epiphany” that he wanted frantic clamor and intoxicating noise, expressing the popular feeling “We are Romans, let us pass!”
Infusing mostly rich, ethereal instrumentals with the music of her Spanish roots and Brazilian vibes, Casado, born in Spain, creates an intoxicating space to dwell and think.
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