Synonym selection (vocabulary – meaning of “inebriate”): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning. Target word: INEBRIATE Instruction: Select the closest synonym used in standard English vocabulary tests.

Meaning
Inebriate can function as a noun meaning a drunkard, or as a verb meaning to intoxicate; here, the common test synonym is the noun.

Option analysis
Drunkard — a person who is habitually drunk; correct synonym. ✅Sober — not intoxicated; antonym. ❌Abstainer — person who refrains from alcohol; near antonym. ❌Teetotaller — person who never drinks alcohol; antonym. ❌

Usage
The tavern turned away known inebriates → known drunkards.

Final Answer
Drunkard