berauscht
Translation
intoxicated, drunk, elated, ecstatic
Examples
Er war von dem Wein berauscht.
He was intoxicated by the wine.
Sie war berauscht vom Erfolg.
She was elated by the success.
Die Menge war berauscht von der Musik.
The crowd was captivated by the music.
Grammar Patterns
to be intoxicated/elated ((by sth.)) She was elated by the success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: betrunken (drunk), euphorisch (euphoric); Antonyms: nüchtern (sober)
Etymology
Past participle of 'berauschen' (to intoxicate). From 'be-' + 'Rausch' (intoxication, rush). Literally 'put into a state of intoxication'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'rush' (sounds like 'Rausch') of alcohol or success making you feel 'berauscht'. The prefix 'be-' indicates something is being done to you.