Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tipsy
Adjective
/ˈtɪp.si/
Definition
Slightly intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol.
Examples
- After a few glasses of wine, she felt tipsy and started to laugh more than usual.
- He was tipsy but managed to walk home safely.
- The party was lively, and many guests ended up tipsy by the night’s end.
Meaning
Feeling a bit drunk but not fully impaired; usually refers to a light, cheerful state associated with alcohol consumption.
Synonyms
- slightly drunk
- intoxicated
- lightly inebriated
- merry
