Synonyms for

Overdosed

Verb / ˈəʊvɜ:ˌdəʊst / Another word for overdosed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To take an excessive amount of a drug or medicine.

Synonyms & similar words

overdose od poisoned intoxicated drugged hypnotized sedated tranquilized stupefied high stoned buzzed tipsy inebriated addicted dependent hooked

Example sentences

  1. He overdosed on the pills his doctor prescribed.
  2. She was in a coma after overdosing on heroin.
  3. He nearly overdosed on caffeine from drinking so much coffee.
  4. The drug addict overdosed and was rushed to the emergency room.
  5. She overdosed on allergy medicine and had to be hospitalized.

Quotes

  • I overdosed on heroin many times. - Kurt Cobain
  • I've overdosed several times and ended up in the hospital. I've had seizures from overdosing, and I've woken up in the hospital with no idea why I'm there. - Demi Lovato
  • I'm really lucky. Most people who overdose die, or they suffer severe brain damage. - Nikki Sixx

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