hallucinogen

noun

hal·​lu·​ci·​no·​gen hə-ˈlü-sə-nə-jən How to pronounce hallucinogen (audio)
: a substance that induces hallucinations
hallucinogenic adjective or noun

Examples of hallucinogen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Further Reading Ancient Egyptian followers of a deity called Bes may have used hallucinogens Last year, archaeologists found that an ancient Egyptian vase in the shape of the deity Bes showed traces of chemical plant compounds known to produce hallucinations. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 May 2024 And in 2022, archaeologists uncovered evidence that an ancient Peruvian people laced the beer served at their feasts with hallucinogens. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 2 May 2024 Using hallucinogens, these nobles stared at their reflections, seeking mystical experiences. James L. Fitzsimmons, The Conversation, 1 May 2024 Her drug use continued to progress into hallucinogens, too. Greg Wehner, Fox News, 8 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for hallucinogen 

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Word History

Etymology

hallucination + -o- + -gen

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hallucinogen was in 1954

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Cite this Entry

“Hallucinogen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hallucinogen. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

hallucinogen

noun
hal·​lu·​ci·​no·​gen hə-ˈlü-sə-nə-jən How to pronounce hallucinogen (audio)
: a drug that causes hallucinations
hallucinogenic adjective

Medical Definition

hallucinogen

noun
hal·​lu·​ci·​no·​gen hə-ˈlüs-ᵊn-ə-jən How to pronounce hallucinogen (audio)
: a substance and especially a drug that induces hallucinations

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