SOZZLED Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

sozzled

adjective

ˈsä-zəld

Definition of sozzled

as in drunk

being under the influence of alcohol reportedly, the legendary actor John Barrymore was sozzled when he gave his most memorable performances

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Recent Examples of sozzled Her sozzled mind becomes a kind of floating dock inside the book, anchored by her guilt. — Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026 But these kinds of remarks don’t do much for readers who might be more interested in a scene of Ray at that Atlanta boardinghouse, with its sozzled proprietor, than a description of the author discovering this information. — Jacob Silverman, New Republic, 16 Aug. 2017 Three beautiful, sozzled men with flowers in their turbans walked with us for about half an hour, before our paths diverged. — Parul Seghal, The Atlantic, 17 June 2017

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In a counter claim, Xuan accused Diaz of being drunk at work and trying to strangle him.

— James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
Yet, the result is still catchy enough for a drunk pub singalong.

— Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of drunk

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The drunken Ken spends his time on such things as warbling a karaoke version of a 4 Non Blondes song while an unkempt Ryu is a purveyor of ramen so bad even a stray cat won’t eat it.

— Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026
The film features drunken sing-alongs and dancing with abandon in the family kitchen.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of drunken

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Come early evening, Stinky's Fish Camp, a Santa Rosa Beach standout for Gulf-to-table cuisine, was an essential stop—locals rave about its fried oyster sandwich.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
And varieties run the gamut, from steamed to pan-fried and broth-filled.

— Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Sep. 2026

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