drugged-out

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Meaning · English

Under the influence of a narcotic drug.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

In my opinion, the drugged-out, spaced-out look on their faces is obviously because of the drugs they're taking.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “drugged-out” mean?

Under the influence of a narcotic drug.

Is “drugged-out” formal or informal?

drugged-out is generally slang.