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UK//ˌæntiˈdɪpɹɛsənt//US//ˌæntiˈdɪpɹɛsənt//

Meaning of Antidepressant

A drug used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.

In simple words: A medicine that helps improve mood and relieve depression.

Antidepressant in a sentence

  • Many people find relief from their symptoms with an antidepressant.
  • Doctors often prescribe an antidepressant for patients struggling with depression.
  • Some antidepressants can take several weeks to show effects.
  • Not all antidepressants work the same for everyone, so adjustments may be necessary.
  • She started an antidepressant to help manage her anxiety.

How to use Antidepressant

Used primarily in medical contexts. Appropriate in discussions about mental health and treatment. Informal language is not suitable in these discussions.

Grammar pattern

take + antidepressant

Memory hint

Think of 'anti' as fighting depression, like a superhero.

Related words

Collocations with Antidepressant

  • prescribe an antidepressant
  • take an antidepressant
  • antidepressant side effects

Synonyms for Antidepressant

  • mood stabilizer
  • psychotropic drug
  • antidepressant medication

Common mistakes with Antidepressant

  • Confused with 'anti-depressant' as two words.
  • Used incorrect verb forms, like 'take an antidepressants'.
  • Assumed all antidepressants work the same for everyone.

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Frequently asked questions about Antidepressant

What does Antidepressant mean?

A medicine that helps improve mood and relieve depression.

What is the definition of Antidepressant?

A drug used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.

How do you use Antidepressant in a sentence?

Many people find relief from their symptoms with an antidepressant.

Can you give another example of Antidepressant?

Doctors often prescribe an antidepressant for patients struggling with depression.

What are synonyms for Antidepressant?

Common alternatives include mood stabilizer, psychotropic drug, antidepressant medication.

What words go with Antidepressant?

It commonly pairs with prescribe an antidepressant, take an antidepressant, antidepressant side effects.

What are common mistakes when using Antidepressant?

Confused with 'anti-depressant' as two words. Used incorrect verb forms, like 'take an antidepressants'. Assumed all antidepressants work the same for everyone.

How do you pronounce Antidepressant?

US: //ˌæntiˈdɪpɹɛsənt//, UK: //ˌæntiˈdɪpɹɛsənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Antidepressant formal or informal?

"Antidepressant" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Antidepressant?

Used primarily in medical contexts. Appropriate in discussions about mental health and treatment. Informal language is not suitable in these discussions.