as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
naive, young men who had once regarded the thought of going off to war as an intoxicating notion
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as in thrilling
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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as in exciting
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 intoxicating
Sam Knight, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
However, research on CBD and other non-intoxicating cannabis compounds still lags far behind the decades of study devoted to THC.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The franchise’s first playoff experience since 2018 reminded Ducks fans why this sport at its best can be so intoxicating.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
As product categories mature and consumers become more sophisticated, demand is shifting toward non-intoxicating isolates and compounds that have specific therapeutic potential.
—Thomas Andersen, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
Each step further awakens the cacao into a fuller, more intoxicating version of itself.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 10 May 2026
Manufacturers must also provide a certificate of analysis confirming the product is 99% made up of non-intoxicating compounds, such as CBD or CBN.
—Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Topical products like creams, lotions and balms can still be sold as well, along with non-intoxicating CBD products that fall within the legal threshold.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
The verdict The JW Marriott Tokyo confidently blends understated style with a sense of Japanese refinement, and the result is a tranquil, enchanting space in the beating heart of one of the world’s most intoxicating cities.
—Stephen Kelly, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026
Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 12 June 2026
As a lifelong yearner, that unbridled sense of hope is intoxicating.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The passion of the World Cup is intoxicating.
—Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
Social media, like political careers and crack cocaine, can be intoxicating.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
It’s set up as an intoxicating escape.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 7 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
Rock opens with the tartness of lime, yuzu, and apple, then builds to an intense and intoxicating heat from saffron, ginger, and tuberose.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Adjective
People who have worked at FIFA describe it as an intoxicating place.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
However, research on CBD and other non-intoxicating cannabis compounds still lags far behind the decades of study devoted to THC.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The franchise’s first playoff experience since 2018 reminded Ducks fans why this sport at its best can be so intoxicating.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
As product categories mature and consumers become more sophisticated, demand is shifting toward non-intoxicating isolates and compounds that have specific therapeutic potential.
—Thomas Andersen, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
Each step further awakens the cacao into a fuller, more intoxicating version of itself.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 10 May 2026
Manufacturers must also provide a certificate of analysis confirming the product is 99% made up of non-intoxicating compounds, such as CBD or CBN.
—Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Topical products like creams, lotions and balms can still be sold as well, along with non-intoxicating CBD products that fall within the legal threshold.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
The verdict The JW Marriott Tokyo confidently blends understated style with a sense of Japanese refinement, and the result is a tranquil, enchanting space in the beating heart of one of the world’s most intoxicating cities.
—Stephen Kelly, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
Subtle key changes shift throughout and the song’s bridge is an intoxicating balance of burst and contraction.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 12 June 2026
As a lifelong yearner, that unbridled sense of hope is intoxicating.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The passion of the World Cup is intoxicating.
—Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
Social media, like political careers and crack cocaine, can be intoxicating.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
It’s set up as an intoxicating escape.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 7 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
Rock opens with the tartness of lime, yuzu, and apple, then builds to an intense and intoxicating heat from saffron, ginger, and tuberose.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxicating
Adjective
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Catch a show with a breathtaking backdrop.—
Tamara Gane,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
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Nina Dobrev put an unexpected—yet breathtaking—spin on the bridal trend on Saturday.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
Verb
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After Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor go on a thrilling adventure filled with car chases and villain monologues, Spielberg hands some of the movie’s biggest emotional heavy lifting to a relative newcomer to Hollywood in the final act.—
David Viramontes,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Making a difference After a thrilling comeback win against Germany in Qatar four years ago, the fans made sure that everybody won.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Major Wilson, 17, has been around horses most of his life and now spends much of his time helping younger riders get ready, showing them how to saddle their horses without exciting them.—
Jhair Romero,
Houston Chronicle,
26 Feb. 2026
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For Harrington and her husband Dante, the thought of triplets was shocking but exciting all the same.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Nickal is an interesting figure, having come to UFC after winning three NCAA wrestling championships.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
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Anna Moneymaker / Getty Images The main card event promises to be an interesting fight.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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That was mainly due to the group’s electrifying posse cuts that chronicle the process of working hard for a buck, celebrating your wins in dramatic fashion, and inspiring the neighborhood.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
10 Dec. 2025
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The 6-foot-2, 210-pound Kalsbeck broke three tackles and left two other defenders clutching air on his electrifying score.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
7 Dec. 2025
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Set at an ancient castle deep in the Scottish Highlands, contestants work together on a series of exhilarating missions to build a prize fund worth up to $250,000.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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On top of that, there were times when the show’s polish crossed over the line from exhilarating to over-managed.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The back end of this position group is also intriguing.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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If Pearce attends mandatory minicamp, his integration into the locker room, as well as his involvement in the team’s practices, will be particularly intriguing as Stefanski tries setting his culture.—
Daniel Flick,
AJC.com,
15 June 2026
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“Intoxicating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxicating. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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