Synonyms for

Dui

Verb / ˈdi:ˈju:ˈaɪ / Another word for dui — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence, which means operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

intoxicated inebriated under the influence

Informal

wasted plastered hammered sloshed tipsy

Literary

befuddled muddled addled

Antonyms

sober straight clear-headed temperate abstinent disciplined

Common collocations

  • driving under the influence
  • charged with dui
  • dui checkpoint
  • dui arrest
  • dui conviction
  • dui laws
  • dui defense
  • dui penalties

Word family

noun dui

Usage note

DUI is an acronym for 'driving under the influence'. It is commonly used in legal contexts and informal speech to refer to the offense of operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Example sentences

  1. She got a DUI after drinking and driving.
  2. Getting a DUI can result in fines, jail time, and a suspended license.
  3. It is never safe to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  4. If you plan on drinking, make sure to have a designated driver to avoid a DUI.
  5. He lost his job because of his DUI conviction.

Quotes

  • 'I got a DUI. It was stupid. I regret it. But I learned my lesson.' - Kevin Hart
  • 'I got a DUI and it was the best thing that ever happened to me.' - Tracy Morgan
  • 'I had a DUI a long time ago, and that was a wake-up call.' - Jodie Sweetin

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