Synonyms for

Drugs

Verb / drʌgz / Another word for drugs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Drugs are substances that can affect the way a person thinks, feels, or behaves.

Synonyms & similar words

dodrugs drug dose narcotics substances medications chemicals pharmaceuticals prescriptions dope narcotic medicine stimulants uppers downers tranquilizers sedatives opiates hallucinogens psychedelics weed pot heroin

Synonyms by register

Formal

pharmaceuticals medications narcotics substances

Informal

stuff pot dope junk uppies

Literary

potions elixirs draughts

Antonyms

medicine remedies treatments therapies aids cures

Common collocations

  • illegal drugs
  • prescription drugs
  • street drugs
  • hard drugs
  • soft drugs
  • drug abuse
  • drug trafficking
  • drug addiction

Word family

noun drug
verb drug
adjective druggy

Usage note

The word 'drugs' most commonly refers to illegal substances or medications. It can also refer to any substance that affects the body's functioning, including legal ones like caffeine or alcohol, but this usage is less common in everyday conversation.

Example sentences

  1. Taking drugs can be very dangerous.
  2. He was arrested for selling drugs.
  3. She became addicted to drugs.
  4. The doctor prescribed drugs to help her sleep.
  5. The athlete was banned from the competition for using performance-enhancing drugs.

Quotes

  • Drugs are a waste of time. They destroy your memory and your self-respect and everything that goes along with your self-esteem. - Kurt Cobain
  • Drugs are a bet with your mind. - Jim Morrison
  • Drugs are a waste of time. They destroy your memory and your self-respect and everything that goes along with your self-esteem. - Kurt Cobain

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