How to Pronounce Intoxicating

To pronounce "intoxicating", say INT-ox-ic-at-ing — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

12

Letters

INT-ox-ic-at-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “intoxicating”

"intoxicating" has 5 syllables: int-ox-ic-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.

What does intoxicating mean?

verb

  1. To stupefy by doping with chemical substances such as alcohol.
  2. To excite to enthusiasm or madness.

adjective

  1. (of a substance) Able to intoxicate; an intoxicant.
  2. Very exciting and stimulating, like alcohol or some other stimulant.

Synonyms

inebriateto drunken

Words that rhyme with intoxicating

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

titillatingcaptivatinggratingdeprecatinginvigoratingexcruciatingexhilaratingfascinatingexasperatingstimulatingdebilitatingfluctuating

Related words

intoxicantalcoholicheadyexcitingdrinkspirituousbeveragetoxic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intoxicating"?▾

"Intoxicating" has 5 syllables: int · ox · ic · at · ing.

What does "intoxicating" mean?▾

Intoxicating: To stupefy by doping with chemical substances such as alcohol.

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