Barbiturate

Pronunciation: /bɑrˈbɪtʃərˌeɪt/

Definitions of barbiturate

noun a class of sedative and sleep-inducing drugs derived from barbituric acid

Example Sentences

A1 Barbiturates are a type of drug.

A2 Some people misuse barbiturates for their sedative effects.

B1 Doctors used to prescribe barbiturates for anxiety and sleep disorders.

B2 Barbiturates can be dangerous if taken in high doses.

C1 The use of barbiturates has declined due to their potential for addiction and overdose.

C2 Medical professionals closely monitor patients who are prescribed barbiturates to prevent misuse and dependency.

Examples of barbiturate in a Sentence

formal The doctor prescribed a barbiturate to help with the patient's insomnia.

informal I heard that taking barbiturates can make you really sleepy.

slang Some people use barbiturates to chill out and relax.

figurative His love for her was like a powerful barbiturate, calming his restless heart.

Grammatical Forms of barbiturate

• plural: barbiturates
• comparative: more barbiturate
• superlative: most barbiturate
• present tense: barbiturates
• future tense: will barbiturate
• perfect tense: have barbiturated
• continuous tense: is barbiturating
• singular: barbiturate
• positive degree: barbiturate
• infinitive: to barbiturate
• gerund: barbiturating
• participle: barbiturated

Origin and Evolution of barbiturate

First Known Use: 1864 year

Language of Origin: German

Story behind the word: The word 'barbiturate' originates from the German word 'Barbitursäure', which was coined by chemist Adolf von Baeyer in 1864.

Evolution of the word: Originally used specifically to refer to a class of sedative and hypnotic drugs derived from barbituric acid, the term 'barbiturate' has evolved to encompass a broader range of similar compounds with sedative effects.