Synonyms for
Narcotics
Definition
Narcotics are drugs that can cause addiction and have a strong pain-relieving effect.
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Common collocations
- illegal narcotics
- narcotics trafficking
- narcotics abuse
- narcotics control
- narcotics addiction
- narcotics enforcement
- narcotics unit
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Usage note
Narcotics primarily refers to drugs that relieve pain and induce sleep, often with addictive potential. It is also commonly used to refer to illegal recreational drugs, particularly opiates.
Example sentences
- The doctor prescribed narcotics to help manage my pain after surgery.
- Using narcotics without a prescription is illegal and dangerous.
- Some people become addicted to narcotics and need help to stop using them.
- Police officers sometimes use dogs to help them find hidden narcotics.
- Narcotics can be helpful in managing severe pain, but they can also have serious side effects.
Quotes
The greatest wealth is to live content with little, for there is never want where the mind is satisfied with the narcotics of its own production. - Lucretius
Narcotics cannot still the tooth that gnaws at the soul. - William R. Alger
Narcotics are a continuation of child abuse. - Laurie Taylor