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UK/["/drʌɡ/"]/US/["/drʌɡ/"]/

Meaning of Drug

In simple words: A substance that can change how the body or mind works.

Drug in a sentence

  • The doctor prescribed a new drug to help with the patient’s condition.
  • It is illegal to carry recreational drugs in many countries.
  • Some people use drugs to relieve their stress.
  • The research focused on a drug that can improve memory.
  • He was caught selling drugs and faced serious consequences.

How to use Drug

Used in both medical and recreational contexts. Be careful with informal usage; it can sound negative or carry stigma. In formal contexts, it often refers to prescribed medications.

Grammar pattern

drug + object

Memory hint

Think of 'dragging' your mind under the influence of a drug.

Related words

Collocations with Drug

Synonyms for Drug

Opposites of Drug

Common mistakes with Drug

  • Confused with 'medication' - 'drug' can refer to illegal substances.
  • Using the word casually around sensitive topics, which might offend.
  • Assuming 'drug' only means illegal substances.

Compare Drug with Substance, Medication, Narcotic, Chemical

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Frequently asked questions about Drug

What does Drug mean?

A substance that can change how the body or mind works.

What is the definition of Drug?

an illegal substance that some people smoke, inject, etc. for the physical and mental effects it has

How do you use Drug in a sentence?

The doctor prescribed a new drug to help with the patient’s condition.

Can you give another example of Drug?

It is illegal to carry recreational drugs in many countries.

What are synonyms for Drug?

Common alternatives include substance, medication, stimulant, narcotic, chemical.

What is the opposite of Drug?

Opposite meanings include medicine, cure.

What words go with Drug?

It commonly pairs with illegal, illicit, addictive, inject, baron, kingpin, lord, drink and drugs, drugs and alcohol, powerful, strong, effective, course, dose, be on, take, prescribe (somebody), cure something, help something, treat something, company, prices, drug against, drug for.

What are common mistakes when using Drug?

Confused with 'medication' - 'drug' can refer to illegal substances. Using the word casually around sensitive topics, which might offend. Assuming 'drug' only means illegal substances.

How do you pronounce Drug?

US: /["/drʌɡ/"]/, UK: /["/drʌɡ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Drug?

Used in both medical and recreational contexts. Be careful with informal usage; it can sound negative or carry stigma. In formal contexts, it often refers to prescribed medications.

What CEFR level is Drug?

"Drug" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.