What is another word for soused?
Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ʊsd] (IPA) 
Soused is an informal term used to describe someone who is heavily intoxicated or drunk. It's an aggressive and negative term that can be replaced by synonyms that better reflect the situation without insulting the person. Some of the common synonyms are plastered, hammered, wasted, sloshed, and intoxicated. These words can be used in place of soused to refer to someone who has lost control due to excessive alcohol consumption. Other less aggressive synonyms include tipsy, buzzed, merry, or jolly, which imply a more lighthearted level of drinking. When it comes to describing someone who has been drinking, choose your words carefully to avoid insulting anyone.
