Depressant

B2 16+

Synonyms of depressant

Antonyms of depressant

Collocations of depressant

central nervous system
Frequency: 70 %

Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant.

respiratory system
Frequency: 60 %

Opioids can depress the respiratory system.

heart rate
Frequency: 50 %

Benzodiazepines may lower heart rate as a depressant.

blood pressure
Frequency: 45 %

Certain depressants can cause a drop in blood pressure.

motor skills
Frequency: 40 %

Driving is not recommended while under the influence of a depressant that impairs motor skills.

Idiomatic Expressions for depressant

  • Phrase: bring someone down
    Meaning: to make someone feel sad or discouraged
    Usage: I don't want to bring you down, but I have some bad news to share.