DEPRESSANT
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Depressant.
Depressant - as an adjective
Capable of depressing physiological or psychological activity or response by a chemical agent
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
stimulative16Depressant - as a noun
A drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
downer10sedative12sedative drugHypernyms (Closely Related)
drug of abusestreet drugmedicament17medication15medicinal drugmedicine13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Alcohol is a depressant that slows down the central nervous system."
"Some antidepressant medications work by acting as a depressant on certain brain chemicals."
"Long-term use of depressants can lead to physical dependency."
"Heroin is a potent depressant that can cause respiratory depression."
"Using multiple depressants at once can be extremely dangerous and increase the risk of overdose."
Word Game Points
Is DEPRESSANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, depressant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEPRESSANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is DEPRESSANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, depressant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEPRESSANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is DEPRESSANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, depressant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEPRESSANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
