English word of the day

Definition: (verb) Render holy by means of religious rites. Synonyms: hallow, bless, consecrate. Usage: Though they are comfortable with the fact that their marriage has not been sanctified in a Christian church, their parents are not.

Definition: (noun) A temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol. Synonyms: drunkenness, inebriety, insobriety, tipsiness. Usage: Kevin drank beer after beer, heedless of the hangover that would undoubtedly follow his intoxication.

Definition: (adjective) Not restrained or controlled. Synonyms: unchecked, uncurbed, ungoverned. Usage: My own spirits were high, and I bounded along with feelings of unbridled joy and hilarity.