adjective General Slang

Sloshed

/slɒʃt/ · adjective · informal

Very drunk — sloppy, unsteady, and clearly over the line.

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Definitions

1

Noticeably drunk, often sloppy and unsteady on your feet.

“Three pints in and he was already sloshed.”
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2

Used lightly and humorously to admit you've had a few too many.

“Okay I'm a little sloshed, somebody take my keys.”
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3

Heavily intoxicated to the point of clumsiness or slurred speech.

“She got sloshed at the reception and gave the wildest toast.”
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Sloshed In A Sentence

We got sloshed on cheap wine and regretted it instantly.
He's properly sloshed, get him some water.
Note to self: don't get sloshed at the office party.

Origin & Usage

British and American slang where the image of being 'sloshed' evokes liquid sloshing around, i.e., full of drink. Long-established casual term for drunk.

People Also Ask

What does sloshed mean?

It means very drunk — sloppy, unsteady, and clearly past the tipsy stage.

Is sloshed worse than buzzed?

Yes. Buzzed is a light, happy tipsy, while sloshed is full-on drunk and noticeably unsteady.

Is sloshed British or American slang?

It's used in both, though it has a distinctly British ring to it. Either way it's casual and widely understood.

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