power-drunk
|pow/er-drunk|
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/ˈpaʊər-drʌŋk/
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/ˈpaʊə-drʌŋk/
intoxicated by power
Etymology
Etymology Information
'power-drunk' originates from the combination of 'power' and 'drunk,' where 'power' refers to authority or control, and 'drunk' implies being overwhelmed or intoxicated.
Historical Evolution
'power-drunk' evolved from the metaphorical use of 'drunk' to describe someone overwhelmed by power, similar to being intoxicated by alcohol.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'intoxicated by power,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
intoxicated or overwhelmed by the possession of power.
The CEO became power-drunk, making decisions without consulting his team.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 04:21