Synonyms for
Dopamine
Definition
a neurotransmitter that is involved in the brain's reward system and is associated with pleasure, motivation, and arousal
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- dopamine rush
- dopamine levels
- dopamine receptor
- dopamine pathway
- dopamine release
- dopamine hypothesis
Word family
noun dopamine
Usage note
Dopamine is a specific neurotransmitter and should not be used metaphorically to describe general feelings of happiness or excitement without a clear scientific or psychological context.
Example sentences
- I need more dopamine to feel happy.
- Dopamine is released when we eat something tasty or do something we enjoy.
- Low levels of dopamine can lead to depression and other mental health problems.
- Some drugs can increase the amount of dopamine in the brain, which can be dangerous.
- Dopamine is important for our brain and body to function properly.
Quotes
“Dopamine makes you happier, smarter, more courageous, and more social.” - David Rock
“The dopamine rush of a new relationship, the serotonin and oxytocin of closeness and bonding, become the new normal.” - Emily Nagoski
“The dopamine system responds to anything that is novel, new, unexpected, or uncertain.” - Daniel Levitin