as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
naive, young men who had once regarded the thought of going off to war as an intoxicating notion
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the stunning spectacle of this Las Vegas show is sure to intoxicate spectators
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as in exciting
to fill with great joy
she was intoxicated by the news that she'd gotten the job of her dreams
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Recent Examples of intoxicating
Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
As product categories mature and consumers become more sophisticated, demand is shifting toward non-intoxicating isolates and compounds that have specific therapeutic potential.
—Thomas Andersen, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
Each step further awakens the cacao into a fuller, more intoxicating version of itself.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 10 May 2026
Manufacturers must also provide a certificate of analysis confirming the product is 99% made up of non-intoxicating compounds, such as CBD or CBN.
—Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Topical products like creams, lotions and balms can still be sold as well, along with non-intoxicating CBD products that fall within the legal threshold.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
The verdict The JW Marriott Tokyo confidently blends understated style with a sense of Japanese refinement, and the result is a tranquil, enchanting space in the beating heart of one of the world’s most intoxicating cities.
—Stephen Kelly, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026
But on closer examination the aluminum can wasn't juice, soda or any other non-intoxicating beverage.
—David K. Li, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
The film’s early images — lush fairways, orderly golf course rituals, bodies moving through a dewy, manicured world of leisure — project an intoxicating, utopian calm.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
Christopher Osher, ProPublica, 15 May 2026
The gleaming cube vase holds the light yet intoxicating scent.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
Stardom can be intoxicating, particularly for a player as young as De La Cruz.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Back in 2005, Jackson, who passed away on the eve of a comeback tour to ease his crippling debts, was acquitted on all 10 counts of child molestation, conspiracy and intoxicating a minor.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 May 2026
That said, the actors kept me engaged, and the visuals are intoxicating thanks to gifted DP Jomo Fray, who brought such vitality and bruising intimacy to Nickel Boys.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
In fact, his film is rapturously alive with the lulling sounds and intoxicating sites of the natural world, artfully expressed through its soundtrack and sensual cinematography.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Gardenias bring a certain elegance to porch containers, with evergreen foliage and intoxicating fragrance.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
The result is messy, intoxicating, and occasionally cruel, as such situation(ship)s often are.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
Adjective
The franchise’s first playoff experience since 2018 reminded Ducks fans why this sport at its best can be so intoxicating.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
As product categories mature and consumers become more sophisticated, demand is shifting toward non-intoxicating isolates and compounds that have specific therapeutic potential.
—Thomas Andersen, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
Each step further awakens the cacao into a fuller, more intoxicating version of itself.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 10 May 2026
Manufacturers must also provide a certificate of analysis confirming the product is 99% made up of non-intoxicating compounds, such as CBD or CBN.
—Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Topical products like creams, lotions and balms can still be sold as well, along with non-intoxicating CBD products that fall within the legal threshold.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
The verdict The JW Marriott Tokyo confidently blends understated style with a sense of Japanese refinement, and the result is a tranquil, enchanting space in the beating heart of one of the world’s most intoxicating cities.
—Stephen Kelly, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026
But on closer examination the aluminum can wasn't juice, soda or any other non-intoxicating beverage.
—David K. Li, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026
The film’s early images — lush fairways, orderly golf course rituals, bodies moving through a dewy, manicured world of leisure — project an intoxicating, utopian calm.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
Verb
Colorado became one of the first states to ban that chemical conversion process and prohibit the sale of intoxicating hemp products to its residents.
—Christopher Osher, ProPublica, 15 May 2026
The gleaming cube vase holds the light yet intoxicating scent.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
Stardom can be intoxicating, particularly for a player as young as De La Cruz.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Back in 2005, Jackson, who passed away on the eve of a comeback tour to ease his crippling debts, was acquitted on all 10 counts of child molestation, conspiracy and intoxicating a minor.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 May 2026
That said, the actors kept me engaged, and the visuals are intoxicating thanks to gifted DP Jomo Fray, who brought such vitality and bruising intimacy to Nickel Boys.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
In fact, his film is rapturously alive with the lulling sounds and intoxicating sites of the natural world, artfully expressed through its soundtrack and sensual cinematography.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Gardenias bring a certain elegance to porch containers, with evergreen foliage and intoxicating fragrance.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
The result is messy, intoxicating, and occasionally cruel, as such situation(ship)s often are.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxicating
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Some draw you for history held in their walls, some for breathtaking views, others for design, discretion, or their quiet gravitas.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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But for the first time in modern automotive history, the industry’s center of gravity appears to be China-bound at breathtaking speed.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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White Sox fans got the last laugh on Sunday afternoon as their squad completed a wild, thrilling comeback victory over their crosstown rivals.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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In a thrilling double bill, Shawn himself has been performing his 1990 monologue The Fever on the same stage, nights when the moths are dark.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Major Wilson, 17, has been around horses most of his life and now spends much of his time helping younger riders get ready, showing them how to saddle their horses without exciting them.—
Jhair Romero,
Houston Chronicle,
26 Feb. 2026
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For Harrington and her husband Dante, the thought of triplets was shocking but exciting all the same.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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An interesting wine list includes English sparkling wines like Hundred Hills, and there are 5,000 more bottles in the cellar.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The psychologist found these analogies interesting.—
Weike Wang,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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At equivalent levels of GDP per capita, India is generating more solar electricity, using far less coal and electrifying transport faster than China did.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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For sports fans, especially those worshipful of King Eric, this is pure cinematic cocaine, neatly chopped out, electrifying at first although too much of it could leave you feeling jaded and jangly.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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Set at an ancient castle deep in the Scottish Highlands, contestants work together on a series of exhilarating missions to build a prize fund worth up to $250,000.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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On top of that, there were times when the show’s polish crossed over the line from exhilarating to over-managed.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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All three are intriguing and versatile forwards who are all entering at least their 10th seasons next year.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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On the other hand, pushing against this inevitability is a much more intriguing concept than simply presenting it as-is, over and over again, even when its specifics are disguised by a fable.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
IndieWire,
18 May 2026
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“Intoxicating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxicating. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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