overdrunk

Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Intoxicated beyond normal limits: "overdrunk" describes a state of being excessively drunk, typically to the point of severe impairment or loss of control.
      • He was overdrunk and could barely stand. (He had consumed so much alcohol that he was dangerously intoxicated.)

  2. Verb (past participle of "overdrink"):

    • To have drunk excessively: As the past participle of the verb "overdrink," it means having consumed an excessive amount of alcohol or liquid.
      • She had overdrunk at the party and regretted it the next morning. (She had drunk too much alcohol and felt unwell afterward.)
Usage Examples

  • Adjective:

    • The overdrunk guests had to be helped home. (Guests who had drunk too much alcohol.)
    • His overdrunk state led to a terrible hangover. (His excessive drinking caused severe aftereffects.)

  • Verb (past participle):

    • By midnight, he had overdrunk and could not remember the evening. (He had consumed too much alcohol.)
    • They warned him not to get overdrunk, but he ignored them. (They cautioned him against drinking excessively.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to be overdrunk on something": to be excessively intoxicated by a specific substance.

    • He was overdrunk on cheap wine and passed out. (He consumed too much cheap wine and lost consciousness.)

  • "overdrunk with power" (figurative): to be excessively affected by authority or emotion, not alcohol.

    • The dictator was overdrunk with power and ignored all advice. (He was intoxicated by his own authority and acted irrationally.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Overdrink (verb): to drink too much alcohol.
    • She tends to overdrink at celebrations. (She drinks excessively during festive events.)
  • Overdrinking (noun): the act of drinking excessively.
    • Overdrinking can lead to serious health problems. (Consuming too much alcohol is harmful.)
Synonyms
  • Drunk: intoxicated by alcohol.
  • Inebriated: formally drunk.
  • Intoxicated: affected by alcohol or drugs.
  • Soused (informal): very drunk.
Related Idioms
  • "Drink like a fish": to drink large amounts of alcohol regularly.
    • He drinks like a fish and often ends up overdrunk. (He consumes alcohol excessively and becomes very drunk.)
  • "Three sheets to the wind": very drunk.
    • After the wedding, he was three sheets to the wind and overdrunk. (He was extremely intoxicated.)