ivresse

Definitions of ivresse
  1. noun
    the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess
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    type of:
    intempérance
    consumption of alcoholic drinks
  2. noun
    a temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol
    synonyms: griserie
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    antonyms:
    modération, sobriété, tempérance
    the state of being sober and not intoxicated by alcohol
    type of:
    état passagé, état temporaire
    a state that continues for a limited time
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