intoxication (n.)

  1. the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance

    [ Syn: poisoning , toxic condition ]

  2. a temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol

    [ Syn: drunkenness , inebriation , inebriety , tipsiness , insobriety ]

  3. excitement and elation beyond the bounds of sobriety; the intoxication of wealth and power'

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