intoxicating

UK
/ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪtɪŋ/
US
/ɪnˈtɑksɪˌkeɪtɪŋ/
intoxicatingadjective
more intoxicating
Comp.
most intoxicating
Super.
UK
/ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪtɪŋ/
US
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Traductions
enivrantSens figuré : qui procure une vive exaltation, un plaisir intense.
The intoxicating scent of jasmine filled the night air.
Le parfum enivrant du jasmin emplissait l’air de la nuit.
Traductions supplémentaires
enivrantSens propre, rare : qui peut provoquer l’ivresse ou une stupeur narcotique.
Définitions
Producing or capable of producing a state of drunkenness or stupefaction, especially through alcohol or drugs.
The sale of intoxicating liquor was banned during the Prohibition era.
Causing intense excitement or exhilaration.
The intoxicating scent of jasmine filled the night air.
intoxicatingnoun
UK
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US
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Gerund; an uncountable noun referring to the act or process of intoxicating.
Traductions
intoxicationSens médical ou juridique : action de rendre intoxiqué.
The unlawful intoxicating of minors can result in severe penalties.
L’intoxication illégale de mineurs peut entraîner de lourdes peines.
Définitions
The act or process of causing someone or something to become intoxicated.
The unlawful intoxicating of minors can result in severe penalties.
intoxicateverb

intoxicating

Gerund

intoxicated
Past Simple
intoxicated
Past Participle
intoxicating
Gerund
UK
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US
/ɪnˈtɑksɪˌkeɪt/
Traductions
intoxiquerS’emploie pour l’alcool, les drogues ou une substance toxique.
The strong cocktail was enough to intoxicate him after just one drink.
Le cocktail corsé a suffi à l’intoxiquer après un seul verre.
enivrerAu sens figuré, pour exprimer un état d’exaltation ou d’enthousiasme intense.
The success of the project seemed to intoxicate the entire team, driving them to work even harder.
Le succès du projet semblait enivrer toute l’équipe, la poussant à travailler encore plus dur.
Traductions supplémentaires
empoisonnerPlus courant en français pour l’idée de poison ou de substance toxique.
Définitions
To cause someone to lose control of their faculties or behavior due to the consumption of alcohol or drugs.
The strong cocktail was enough to intoxicate him after just one drink.
To excite or elate someone to the point of enthusiasm or frenzy.
The success of the project seemed to intoxicate the entire team, driving them to work even harder.
To poison or impregnate with a toxic substance.
Industrial fumes can intoxicate workers if ventilation is poor.
intoxicategerund / present participle

intoxicating

Traductions
enivrantPour ce qui provoque l’exaltation, l’euphorie ou un fort sentiment de fascination.
The band played an intoxicating mix of rhythms that had everyone dancing.
Le groupe a joué un mélange enivrant de rythmes qui faisait danser tout le monde.
intoxicantS’emploie pour une boisson ou une substance capable de provoquer l’intoxication.
Intoxicating liquors are not permitted on the premises.
Les boissons intoxicantes ne sont pas autorisées dans les locaux.
Traductions supplémentaires
enivrantPeut aussi s’employer pour une boisson ou une atmosphère « grisant(e) » selon le contexte.
Définitions
Causing a feeling of excitement, exhilaration, or euphoria.
The band played an intoxicating mix of rhythms that had everyone dancing.
(Of a beverage or drug) capable of producing intoxication.
Intoxicating liquors are not permitted on the premises.
intoxicatepast participle
Définitions
Under the influence of alcohol or drugs; drunk or high.
He was clearly intoxicated and could barely speak coherently.
Emotionally exhilarated or thrilled.
She felt intoxicated by the sudden success of her novel.