in vino veritas
Alcohol reveals truth
In vino veritas is a Latin phrase meaning "in wine, there is truth"—the idea that people speak more honestly when drunk.
The saying captures the observation that alcohol lowers inhibitions and loosens tongues: In vino veritas—after three drinks he finally admitted he hated his job.
- wineFermented grape beverage
- in one's cupsIntoxicated from alcohol
- truthAccordance with reality
- drunkImpaired by alcohol
- confessionAdmission of wrongdoing
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in vino veritaspoker face
Intentionally expressionless look
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in vino veritascircumspection
Careful consideration of consequences
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in vino veritastemperance
Habitual moderation in behavior
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