Inebriative describes the state of being intoxicated or under the influence of a substance, particularly alcohol. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe this state, including intoxicated, drunk, tipsy, hammered, wasted, smashed, sauced, blitzed, bombed, and plastered. Each of these words evokes a strong sense of being under the influence, whether it's a result of alcohol, drugs, or other substances. While these words can be used interchangeably, they each have their own nuances and connotations that can be used to describe different levels of intoxication or different situations in which one may become inebriated.