Meaning of good drunk | Babel Free

Definitions

A person who is cheerful and companionable when intoxicated, retaining reasonable control of his or her mental and emotional faculties.

idiomatic

Examples

“In many quarters, "it is important to be a good drunk to fit in socially" (make that across the board if you are male).”

“He was drinking a lot back when I first met him. A real heavy drinker, but a good drunk. He never let his ugly side show.”

“The boss and my fellow workers were well aware of my drinking habits, but I had always been able to keep my wits about me. I was a good drunk, as they say.”

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