opiate

²opiate

adj

Definition of OPIATE

1

a : containing or mixed with opium b : of, relating to, binding, or being an opiate <opiate receptors>

2

a : inducing sleep : narcotic b : causing dullness or inaction

Examples of OPIATE

1. <morphine is an opiate drug>

First Known Use of OPIATE

1543

Related to OPIATE

Synonyms: drowsy, narcotic, hypnotic, sleepy, slumberous (or slumbrous), somniferous, somnolent, soporific

Antonyms: stimulant

Related Words: depressant, relaxant, sedative, tranquilizing (also tranquillizing); calming, comforting, lulling, pacifying, quieting, relaxing, restful, settling, soothing; analgesic, anesthetic, anesthetizing, benumbing, deadening, dulling, numbing; hypnotizing, mesmerizing, stupefying

Near Antonyms: arousing, awakening, energizing, invigorating, rousing, stimulating, wakening, waking; bracing, refreshing, restorative, reviving, stimulative, stimulatory

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Other Drug/Tobacco Terms

controlled, flake, herb, key, sodden