World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesDrunk
/drʌŋk/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Affected by alcohol to the extent of losing control of one's faculties or behavior.
"He had too much wine at the party and became quite drunk."
- 1
A person who is habitually intoxicated; a drunkard.
"The local pub was frequented by a few lonely drunks."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Old English past participle 'druncen', related to the verb 'drincan' (to drink). Over centuries, the word transitioned from a simple participial form indicating the consumption of alcohol into an independent adjective describing intoxication.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Drunk"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Drunk" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
saoul
Transliteration: su
"Il est rentré tard et complètement saoul."
betrunken
Transliteration: bəˈtʁʊŋkn̩
"Nach drei Bier war er schon betrunken."
ubriaco
Transliteration: ubriˈako
"Non guidare se sei ubriaco."
borracho
Transliteration: boˈratʃo
"El hombre estaba tan borracho que no podía caminar."
bêbado
Transliteration: ˈbebadu
"Ele ficou bêbado na festa de aniversário."
शराब पीया हुआ
Transliteration: sharaab piya hua
"वह पार्टी में बहुत ज़्यादा शराब पीया हुआ था।"
喝醉的
Transliteration: hē zuì de
"他喝醉了，无法自己开车回家。"
취한
Transliteration: chwihan
"그는 술에 취해 비틀거렸다."
泥酔した
Transliteration: neisui-shita
"彼は泥酔してタクシーで帰宅した。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Drunk"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.