Bad way

v.

Heard in Wexford and Roscommon

To be extremely drunk.

In use

Lad I hadnt drank beer in about 3 months, I was in a bad way after 4 pints

Posh English

My dear chap, I had not touched beer in approximately three months, and after only four pints I found myself in a most deplorable state.

Same phrase, other counties