Pronunciation: /æntiˈdɛprəsənt/
noun a medication used to treat depression
A1 She takes an antidepressant to help with her depression.
A2 Antidepressants can have side effects like weight gain or nausea.
B1 The doctor prescribed an antidepressant for his patient's anxiety disorder.
B2 It is important to follow the recommended dosage when taking antidepressants.
C1 Some people may need to try different antidepressants before finding one that works for them.
C2 Research has shown that a combination of therapy and antidepressants can be an effective treatment for severe depression.
adjective describing the medication or its effects
A1 I take antidepressant medication to help with my depression.
A2 She was prescribed an antidepressant drug for her anxiety.
B1 The doctor recommended trying an antidepressant therapy for his mood disorder.
B2 The new antidepressant treatment has shown promising results in clinical trials.
C1 The psychiatrist suggested a combination of therapy and antidepressant medication for the patient.
C2 The antidepressant effects of the new drug were well-documented in the scientific literature.
formal The doctor prescribed an antidepressant to help manage her depression.
informal She started taking antidepressants to feel better.
slang She's on happy pills now, taking antidepressants.
figurative Music acts as an antidepressant for her soul.
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