Pronunciation: /nɑrˈkɑtɪk/
noun a drug or other substance affecting mood or behavior and sold for nonmedical purposes, especially an illegal one
A1 I have never tried any narcotic drugs.
A2 The doctor prescribed a narcotic painkiller for my backache.
B1 Narcotics are often used in medical settings for pain management.
B2 There are strict laws regulating the use and distribution of narcotics.
C1 The illegal trafficking of narcotics is a major issue in many countries.
C2 Research has shown the addictive nature of certain narcotics and their impact on society.
adjective relating to or denoting narcotics or their effects
A1 The doctor prescribed a narcotic painkiller for my back pain.
A2 Some people become addicted to narcotic substances like opioids.
B1 It is important to be cautious when using narcotic medications due to their potential side effects.
B2 The illegal sale of narcotic drugs contributes to the ongoing drug epidemic.
C1 The government implemented stricter regulations on narcotic prescriptions to combat abuse.
C2 Research is ongoing to develop non-narcotic alternatives for pain management.
formal The doctor prescribed a narcotic painkiller to manage the patient's post-operative pain.
informal I heard that some people abuse narcotics to get high.
slang I can't believe he's still hooked on that narcotic stuff.
figurative Her love for him was like a narcotic, addictive and all-consuming.
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