English / phrase
under the influence
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Affected or impaired by alcohol, drugs, or a strong dominating force.
In context
01
Security promptly removed a loud man who seemed to be under the influence.
02
Operating any vehicle or food cart while under the influence is illegal and dangerous.
Synonyms
intoxicated,inebriated,impaired
Antonyms
sober,clear-headed,lucid
Collocations
driving under the influence,acting under the influence,arrested under the influence