Synonyms for

Marijuana

Verb / ˌmerʌˈwɑ:nʌ / Another word for marijuana — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Marijuana is a drug made from the dried leaves, flowers, and stems of the hemp plant. It is often used for its relaxing and euphoric effects.

Synonyms & similar words

cannabissativa marihuana ganja cannabis cannabis weed pot hemp grass hashish hash joint blunt doobie reefer herb ganja bud chronic skunk dope mota kush

Synonyms by register

Formal

cannabis ganja herb THC

Informal

weed pot dope grass reefer

Literary

kush skunk chronic

Antonyms

abstinence sobriety teetotalism cleanliness lucidity

Common collocations

  • smoking marijuana
  • marijuana legalization
  • medical marijuana
  • marijuana tax
  • marijuana use
  • marijuana cultivation
  • marijuana laws

Word family

noun marijuana

Usage note

While 'marijuana' is widely understood, 'cannabis' is often preferred in formal, medical, and legal contexts. Many informal terms exist, but their usage can be highly regional or generational.

Example sentences

  1. I don't think people should use marijuana because it can be dangerous.
  2. The police found a lot of marijuana in the car.
  3. Many people believe that marijuana should be legal for medical purposes.
  4. He was arrested for selling marijuana.
  5. I smelled marijuana coming from the neighbor's house.

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