INEBRIANT Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

inebriant

noun

i-ˈnē-brē-ənt

Definition of inebriant

as in alcohol

a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk stocking up on her in-laws' favorite inebriants for the holidays

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Recent Examples of inebriant Labor Day weekend is a high-risk holiday with many people traveling long distances by car and many people drinking or using other inebriants while celebrating with family and friends. — oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2019

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Noun

LaGrone was directed not to possess weapons, alcohol or drugs and remain under the care of a person whose initials are noted in a document.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026
Flair, 77, has battled health and alcohol issues over the years.

— Ryan Morik OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of alcohol

Noun

The beverage lineup includes espresso drinks, lattes, cappuccinos, cold and hot coffee, and specialty seasonal drinks.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
How to practice hygge at home Try curling up with a book, a soft blanket, cozy socks and a hot drink on a cold weekend.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of drink

Noun

The book flows in and out of rooms, conversations, memories, and sensations, riding up and down on intoxicant waves, with the music pulsing always beneath it.

— Robert Rubsam, New Yorker, 2 Sep. 2026
The person was also charged with four other crimes, including possession of open intoxicants in a vehicle.

— Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of intoxicant

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