Synonyms of narcotics

narcotics

noun

plural of narcotic

as in opiates

something that soothes, calms, or induces passivity or a sense of security

an irradicable sense of self-righteousness seems to be the narcotic that inures these religious fanatics from any realization of the harm they have done

Synonyms & Similar Words

• opiates
• tranquilizers
• anesthetics
• sedatives
• hypnotics
• anodynes
• security blankets
• palliatives
• soporifics
• pacifiers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of narcotics

After the July 10 graduation, the CHP has a total of 54 canine teams throughout the state, including 39 patrol and narcotics detection canine teams. — Libby Simpson, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026

The 10th season of the program finds Casillas reemerging to recover his narcotics empire after disappearing from his family’s radar. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Youssef alleged the property later became associated with gang activity, narcotics activity, prostitution and violence. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026

In Flossie’s new deal with Raq, her ladies now also deliver narcotics to buyers. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 3 July 2026

Three men were arrested and charged in Abilene in connection with their involvement in a months-long narcotics case, according to the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Ryan Raybould. — Mary Ella Hastings july 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026

The whistleblowers claim an emergency room nurse stole narcotics intended for patients, injected them in an emergency room bathroom, then treated patients while impaired, which in turn, possibly contributed to two patient deaths. — Shelley Bortz, CBS News, 30 June 2026

In his time with LRPD, Finks was the first Black sergeant in the narcotics division and the first Black captain in the Special Investigations Division. — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 30 June 2026

The four other suspects were allegedly found carrying ammunition, narcotics and a black suitcase, per Infobae. — Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026