Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crapulence
Noun
/ˈkrap.jʊ.ləns/
Definition
The state of being sick from excessive eating or drinking.
Examples
- After the party, Jim was suffering from a severe case of crapulence due to all the rich food he had eaten.
- She vowed to avoid crapulence by moderating her alcohol intake at the next gathering.
- His crapulence was evident as he lay on the couch, regretting the three helpings of dessert he had devoured.
Meaning
Crapulence refers to the discomfort or illness that results from consuming too much food or drink, often associated with overindulgence in alcohol.
Synonyms
- gluttony
- overindulgence
- intoxication
