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intoxication
nounfemininetechnicalcommon/ĩtɔksiˈkasɐ̃w̃/in·to·xi·ca·ção
Definitions
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The state of being poisoned by a toxic substance introduced into the body in sufficient quantity to cause harmful effects.
Usage examples
“He was treated for alcohol intoxication at the clinic.”
“Food intoxication can cause severe gastrointestinal distress.”
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alcohol intoxicationfood intoxicationdrug intoxicationsymptoms of intoxication
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A harmful or corrupting influence, especially through biased information or propaganda.
Usage examples
“The population suffered from ideological intoxication by the regime's propaganda.”
“The film critiques the intoxication of consumerist culture.”
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media intoxicationideological intoxication