erethism

/ɛrɛˈθɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a state of mental confusion or dazedness, often caused by intoxication with alcohol or other substances

“After a night of heavy drinking, she fell into a state of erethism and stumbled around the room.”

Synonyms

  • confusion
  • daze

Antonyms

  • clarity
  • sobriety