Synonyms of potion

potion

noun

as in drug

a drink that is meant to have a special or magical effect on someone

a potion that is supposed to improve health

The hero in the play is given a magic potion so that he will fall in love with the princess.

medical potions

sleeping potions

Related Words

• drug
• medication
• medicine
• remedy
• cure
• tonic
• physic
• pill
• tablet
• prescription
• medicinal
• cap
• pharmaceutical
• medicament
• nostrum
• prescription drug
• panacea
• capsule
• serum
• injection
• botanical
• specific
• patent medicine
• lotion
• cordial
• cure-all
• ointment
• syrup
• tincture
• liniment
• poultice
• salve
• miracle drug
• wonder drug
• antibiotic
• shot
• purgative
• antiseptic
• embrocation
• cathartic

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of potion

The film’s subplot is a love story between the farmer and the vet, except the growth potion complicates the farmer’s attraction. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Unfortunately, going off-grid and making potions full-time is not feasible for most of us, but the next best thing might be to transport ourselves via scent. — Loren Savini, Allure, 11 Sep. 2026

The potion’s pungent odor is what prompted a plea for help, officials said. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026

Yes, there were moments of humor, such as getting magic potions around the campfire at the end of each stage by whacking helpless little elves, but most of it was played straight, to great effect. — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026