1
as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the stunning spectacle of this Las Vegas show is sure to intoxicate spectators
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2
as in to delight
to fill with great joy
she was intoxicated by the news that she'd gotten the job of her dreams
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Recent Examples of intoxicate
According to police, she was not intoxicated and won’t be charged with a crime.
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 4 June 2026
Investigators specifically cited inconsistencies with Rice’s alibi and two alleged confessions Rice made while intoxicated.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
On fragrance profiles, the debut eaux de parfum each took a bold approach, leaving behind a trail of intoxicating notes wherever the wearer strolled.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 June 2026
This intoxicating caper follows Ava, a fortunate daughter who breaks bad when she gets caught up in a counterfeit purse ring.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 4 June 2026
Investigators specifically cited inconsistencies with Rice’s alibi and two alleged confessions Rice made while intoxicated.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
On fragrance profiles, the debut eaux de parfum each took a bold approach, leaving behind a trail of intoxicating notes wherever the wearer strolled.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 June 2026
This intoxicating caper follows Ava, a fortunate daughter who breaks bad when she gets caught up in a counterfeit purse ring.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxicate
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That's the stuff that fuels me, that's what keeps me up at night and excited for the next day.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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Most of all, DePodesta and his crew take a deep dive into factors other than the statistics and hot streaks that excite fans.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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The Tates were delighted by their enforcers.—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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There’s nothing that’s mechanized, that isn’t human-driven, which delights me.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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Qatar 2022 was an abomination in so many ways, a World Cup staged in a nation roughly the size of Connecticut, with an appalling human rights record, but the football was frequently thrilling.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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That resulted in a jeer from Knicks fans, who have not been thrilled with the officiating lately.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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There were decisions that would elate or devastate players.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
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This helped convince the administration to shift to their side, elating students, especially Simpson.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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The video and the SCE data offer proof that the 100-year-old line, which hadn’t been used since the early 1970s, became re-electrified and sparked the fire that killed 19 people and destroyed thousands of homes in Altadena and surrounding areas, attorneys say.—
Tony Saavedra,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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Olivia Rodrigo gives an electrifying performance onstage at Primavera Sound 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, on June 6.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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The world was enraptured by Kennedy and Bessette (portrayed on the series by Sarah Pidgeon), who were constantly trailed by the paparazzi and scrutinized by the tabloid media.—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 June 2026
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The show has enraptured New York, drawing rave reviews, nine Tony nominations, including best revival of a musical, and starry attendees, including Zendaya, Ian McKellen and Hugh Jackman.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2026
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“Intoxicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxicate. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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