cacochymy

/kækɒˈkɪmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being or condition of intoxication, especially from excessive wine or intoxicating liquor.

“After a night of heavy drinking, he experienced a severe case of cacochymy.”

2. noun

A state of being mentally or morally intoxicated, especially from excessive or improper use of something.

“The constant exposure to social media led to a case of cacochymy in him, making him feel disconnected from reality.”

Synonyms

  • drunkenness
  • intoxication

Antonyms

  • sobriety
  • sobriety