intoxicate
/ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪt/
in · tox · i · cate
ɪn · ˈtɒks · ɪ · keɪt
English Definition
v. To intoxicate; inebriate
Significado en Español
embriagar, intoxicar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
làm say, làm nhiễm độc
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Example Sentence
The power can intoxicate even the most sensible people.
权力甚至可以使最理智的人陶醉。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in-(enter) + toxic(poison/alcohol) + ate → to intoxicate, to make drunk.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “intoxicate”:
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A
sober
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B
influence
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C
refresh
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D
enchant
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D — enchant.
“intoxicate” means v. To intoxicate; inebriate
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Even a small amount of the very strong wine can quickly ______ him.
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A
intoxicate
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B
sober
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C
refresh
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D
clear
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A — intoxicate.
“intoxicate” means v. To intoxicate; inebriate
Common questions about “intoxicate”
What does “intoxicate” mean?
intoxicate — v. To intoxicate; inebriate. In Chinese: 使陶醉；使中毒.
How do you pronounce “intoxicate”?
intoxicate is pronounced /ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪt/. It breaks into 4 syllables: in · tox · i · cate.
How do you use “intoxicate” in a sentence?
The power can intoxicate even the most sensible people. (权力甚至可以使最理智的人陶醉。)
What are synonyms for “intoxicate”?
enthrall, exhilarate, poison — all close in meaning to intoxicate (v. To intoxicate; inebriate).
Is “intoxicate” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. intoxicate appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “intoxicate”?
in-(enter) + toxic(poison/alcohol) + ate → to intoxicate, to make drunk.
