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Uncommonopiate
The correct spelling is opiate.
How to pronounce opiate
/ˈəʊpi.ət/
nounIPA: /ˈəʊpi.ət/
Say it like: Opia-te
The correct spelling is opiate. A drug, hormone or other substance derived from or related to opium.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A drug, hormone or other substance derived from or related to opium.
- 2.Something that dulls the senses and induces a false and unrealistic sense of contentment.
verb
- 1.To treat with an opiate drug.
adjective
- 1.Relating to, resembling, or containing opium.
- 2.(pharmaceutical effect) Soporific; inducing sleep or sedation.
- 3.Deadening; causing apathy or dullness.
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