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nonintoxicating

nonintoxicating

4.3
Not making someone drunk when they drink it
  • adjective
  • /ˌnɒnɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪtɪŋ/
translation icon : no intoxicante
  • This cider is completely nonintoxicating and suitable for children.

Examples

  • The new law allows the sale of nonintoxicating beverages to people of all ages.

  • She prefers nonintoxicating drinks at social gatherings so she can drive home safely.

  • This beverage is completely nonintoxicating.

  • I prefer nonintoxicating drinks at parties.

  • This herb is nonintoxicating, making it safe for people of all ages to use without the risk of feeling high.

  • Many parents prefer nonintoxicating products for their children, ensuring they enjoy treats without adverse effects.

  • Nonintoxicating beverages are becoming popular at social gatherings, allowing guests to enjoy the night without the effects of alcohol.

Synonyms

nonalcoholic
vsnonintoxicating
5 2.5

A drink or product that does not contain alcohol

describes that consumption does not cause drunkenness rather than ingredient absence

Antonyms

intoxicating
  • NSFW
3 6.0

Making someone drunk from alcohol or drugs

How Intoxicating

intoxicating
  • NSFW
3 6.0
nonintoxicating
4.3

Surface Forms

nonintoxicating positive
nonintoxicatinger comparative
nonintoxicatingest superlative

Morphology

nonintoxicating = intoxicating (transparent) = non + intoxicate + ing

The adjective is formed by straightforward negation: non- + intoxicating yields 'not causing intoxication'.

Etymology

Nonintoxicating is made of non- ('not') and intoxicating, which is related to toxic ('poison') and originally meant 'to make drunk'. So, nonintoxicating means 'not causing intoxication or drunkenness'.