Synonyms for

Morphine

Verb / ˈmɔ:rfi:n / Another word for morphine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Morphine is a powerful painkiller that is used to relieve severe pain.

Synonyms & similar words

morphia opium codeine heroin fentanyl oxycodone hydrocodone tramadol methadone buprenorphine diamorphine dimorphous dilaudid hydromorphone meperidine pethidine remifentanil sufentanil tapentadol alfentanil feverall

Synonyms by register

Formal

opioid analgesic narcotic analgesic pain reliever

Informal

painkiller dope smack

Literary

opiate nectar of oblivion

Antonyms

stimulant exhilarant awakener energizer tonic

Common collocations

  • morphine sulfate
  • morphine addiction
  • morphine overdose
  • morphine withdrawal
  • morphine injection
  • morphine tablets

Word family

noun morphine
adjective morphinic

Usage note

Morphine is a powerful opioid analgesic. While 'dope' and 'smack' can refer to morphine, they are also slang for other illicit drugs and carry strong negative connotations.

Example sentences

  1. The patient was given a dose of morphine to help with the pain.
  2. Morphine is often used to manage pain after surgery.
  3. Doctors are careful when prescribing morphine because it can be addictive.
  4. Some people abuse morphine to get high.
  5. Morphine can cause drowsiness and nausea.

Quotes

  • Morphine is the most severe pain reliever listed on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.
  • Morphine is derived from opium, which comes from the poppy plant.
  • Morphine was first isolated from opium in the early 1800s.

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