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Antidepressant
UK //ˌæntiˈdɪpɹɛsənt//US //ˌæntiˈdɪpɹɛsənt//
Definition
A drug used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.
In simple words: A medicine that helps improve mood and relieve depression.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- prescribe an antidepressant
- take an antidepressant
- antidepressant side effects
Synonyms
- mood stabilizer
- psychotropic drug
- antidepressant medication
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'anti-depressant' as two words.
- Used incorrect verb forms, like 'take an antidepressants'.
- Assumed all antidepressants work the same for everyone.