Synonyms of narcotic

Antonyms of narcotic

Collocations of narcotic

narcotic drug
Frequency: 85 %

He was arrested for possession of a narcotic drug.

narcotic overdose
Frequency: 75 %

The young man was rushed to the hospital after a narcotic overdose.

narcotic painkiller
Frequency: 70 %

The doctor prescribed a narcotic painkiller for her severe back pain.

narcotic effects
Frequency: 65 %

The narcotic effects of the medication made him drowsy and confused.

narcotic addiction
Frequency: 60 %

She struggled with her narcotic addiction for years before seeking help.

Idiomatic Expressions for narcotic

  • Phrase: chasing the dragon
    Meaning: To continually seek the euphoric feeling experienced after using a narcotic, despite negative consequences
    Usage: Despite the harm it was causing him, he couldn't stop chasing the dragon and seeking that high.