Methamphetamine

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /mɛθˈæmfətəmiːn/

Definitions of methamphetamine

noun a powerful and highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system

Example Sentences

A1 Methamphetamine is a dangerous drug.

A2 She was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

B1 The use of methamphetamine can have serious health consequences.

B2 Law enforcement agencies are cracking down on methamphetamine production.

C1 The chemical composition of methamphetamine is complex.

C2 Researchers are studying the long-term effects of methamphetamine use on the brain.

adjective relating to or characteristic of methamphetamine

Example Sentences

A1 I heard that methamphetamine is a dangerous drug.

A2 The police found a methamphetamine lab in the abandoned warehouse.

B1 The effects of methamphetamine abuse can be long-lasting.

B2 The doctor prescribed medication to help with the withdrawal symptoms from methamphetamine.

C1 Research has shown the neurotoxic effects of chronic methamphetamine use.

C2 The documentary explored the societal impact of methamphetamine addiction.

Examples of methamphetamine in a Sentence

formal The use of methamphetamine can have serious long-term effects on the brain and body.

informal I heard that methamphetamine is a really dangerous drug that can mess you up.

slang I can't believe he's still using meth, that stuff is no joke.

figurative His addiction to methamphetamine was like a dark cloud hanging over his life.

Grammatical Forms of methamphetamine

past tense

methamphetamined

plural

methamphetamines

comparative

more methamphetamine

superlative

most methamphetamine

present tense

methamphetamines

future tense

will methamphetamine

perfect tense

have methamphetamine

continuous tense

is methamphetamine

singular

methamphetamine

positive degree

methamphetamine

infinitive

to methamphetamine

gerund

methamphetamineing

participle

methamphetamineed

Origin and Evolution of methamphetamine

First Known Use: 1919 year
Language of Origin: Japanese
Story behind the word: The word 'methamphetamine' originated from the chemical compound methyl + amine + propane. It was first synthesized in Japan in 1919 by chemist Nagai Nagayoshi.
Evolution of the word: Originally used as a nasal decongestant, methamphetamine's usage evolved to include treatment for narcolepsy and ADHD. However, it became widely known for its illicit use as a highly addictive stimulant.