Laudanum

Synonyms of laudanum

• tincture of opium
• opium tincture
• paregoric

Antonyms of laudanum

• sober
• clear-headed
• abstinent

Collocations of laudanum

pain relief

Frequency: 80 %

The laudanum provided much-needed pain relief for the patient.

opium

Frequency: 70 %

The laudanum contained a high concentration of opium.

addiction

Frequency: 60 %

Long-term use of laudanum can lead to addiction.

Victorian era

Frequency: 50 %

Laudanum was commonly used as a medicine in the Victorian era.

tincture

Frequency: 45 %

The pharmacist prepared the laudanum tincture for the patient.

Idiomatic Expressions for laudanum

• Phrase: like laudanum to the soul
  Meaning: something soothing or comforting to one's emotions or spirit
  Usage: Her words of encouragement were like laudanum to his soul during a difficult time.