opiate

The word “opiate” has 3 syllables: o-pi-ate

It's pronounced as /ˈoʊ.pi.ət/

What is synonym and antonym for opiate?

In the thesaurus, “opiate” has 39 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for opiate along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for opiate

analgesic
anesthetic
anesthetizing
anodyne
benumbing
calming
comforting
deadening
depressant
drowsy
dulling
hypnotic
hypnotizing
lulling
mesmerizing
narcotic
numbing
pacifier
pacifying
palliative
quieting
relaxant
relaxing
restful
security blanket
sedative
settling
sleepy
slumberous
slumbrous
somniferous
somnolent
soothing
soporific
stupefying
tranquilizer
tranquilizing
tranquillizer
tranquillizing

Antonyms for opiate

arousing
awakening
bracing
energizing
invigorating
refreshing
restorative
reviving
rousing
stimulant
stimulating
stimulative
stimulatory
wakening
waking

Meanings of opiate

noun
1. A drug, hormone or other substance derived from or related to opium.
2. Something that dulls the senses and induces a false and unrealistic sense of contentment.
verb
1. To treat with an opiate drug.
adjective
1. Relating to, resembling, or containing opium.
2. (pharmaceutical effect) Soporific; inducing sleep or sedation.
3. Deadening; causing apathy or dullness.

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed an opiate for his severe pain.
Long-term opiate use can lead to addiction.
She warned him about the risks associated with taking an opiate.
The patient asked if an opiate would help manage the discomfort.
Authorities are working to reduce the illegal distribution of opiate drugs.

On this page you'll find 54 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to opiate, such as: analgesic, anesthetic, anesthetizing, anodyne, arousing, awakening, benumbing.

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