Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Placebo.
How to pronounce placebo:
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Placebo - as a noun
An innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medicament17medication15medicinal drugmedicine13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(roman catholic church) vespers of the office for the dead
Example Sentences
"The doctor prescribed a placebo to the patient to see if their symptoms would improve."
"In clinical trials, some participants receive a placebo instead of the actual drug being tested."
"The control group was given a placebo pill, while the experimental group received the new medication."
"The patient's condition did not improve, even though they believed they were taking a powerful placebo."
"The effectiveness of the treatment was questioned, as it seemed to be no better than a placebo."
Word Game Points
Is PLACEBO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, placebo is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLACEBO has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PLACEBO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, placebo is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLACEBO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PLACEBO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, placebo is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLACEBO has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
