Ghb

Pronunciation: /dʒiː.eɪtʃ.biː/

Definitions of GHB

noun Abbreviation for Grievous Bodily Harm, a legal term for serious physical harm or injury inflicted on someone

Example Sentences

A1 GHB is a type of drug.

A2 Some people misuse GHB for its euphoric effects.

B1 The use of GHB is illegal in many countries.

B2 GHB is sometimes referred to as a 'date rape drug' due to its sedative effects.

C1 There have been cases of overdoses and fatalities linked to the use of GHB.

C2 Research is ongoing to better understand the long-term effects of GHB on the body.

Examples of GHB in a Sentence

formal GHB, also known as gamma-hydroxybutyrate, is a central nervous system depressant.

informal I heard some people at the party were taking GHB last night.

slang Let's not mess with that GHB stuff, it's dangerous.

figurative His words had the same effect on her as GHB, making her feel drowsy and disconnected.

Grammatical Forms of GHB

• past tense: GHBed
• plural: GHBs
• comparative: more GHB
• superlative: most GHB
• present tense: GHB
• future tense: will GHB
• perfect tense: have GHBed
• continuous tense: is GHBing
• singular: GHB
• positive degree: GHB
• infinitive: to GHB
• gerund: GHBing
• participle: GHBed

Origin and Evolution of GHB

First Known Use: 1960 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'GHB' originated as an acronym for gamma-hydroxybutyric acid.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a medical context to describe a sedative and anesthetic, GHB later became associated with recreational use as a party drug with effects similar to alcohol and ecstasy.