narcotic
//nɑːrˈkɒtɪk//
Noun
narcoticSingular
narcoticsPlural
1
A drug that induces drowsiness, sleep, or insensibility and relieves pain, especially an opioid.
The doctor prescribed a narcotic to help manage the patient's severe pain.
2
An illegal drug, especially one that is addictive.
The police arrested him for possession of narcotics.
Synonym
Adjective
narcoticCanonical form
1
Relating to or denoting narcotics or their effects or use.
The police conducted a narcotic investigation in the area.
2
Having a sleep-inducing or numbing effect.
The narcotic effect of the medication made her drowsy.