temulentum

Temulentum is a Latin adjective meaning drunk or intoxicated. It is derived from the Latin word temetum, which referred to an intoxicating beverage, likely mead or a similar fermented drink. The word temulentum can be used to describe a person who is under the influence of alcohol, or more generally, something that is foolish or irrational due to intoxication. It appears in classical Latin literature and has influenced the vocabulary of various Romance languages. While not commonly used in modern English, it serves as an example of how Latin terms describe states of inebriation. Its etymological roots connect to ancient practices of alcohol consumption and the associated social and physiological effects.