💊drug

noun
/drʌɡ/

Meaning

a substance used as a medicine or an illegal addictive substance

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed a new drug for the illness.

Example Expressions

war on drugs

Synonyms

medicine, medication, narcotic, substance

Antonyms

cure, remedy

Collocations

drug abuse, drug dealer, prescription drug, drug addiction

More Example Sentences

Many believe the drug patent system prioritizes profit over public health.

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