Medical Science - Illegal Drugs

Here you will learn some English words related to illegal drugs, such as "cocaine", "opium", and "ketamine".

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LSD [noun]

a drug that causes strong changes in how people see and feel things, often leading to hallucinations

Ex: Alex stared at his hand for hours , fascinated by the patterns on his skin on LSD .
cannabis [noun]

a plant that some people use as an illegal drug to experience a sense of relaxation or euphoria

Ex: Emily 's neighbor was fined for smoking cannabis in a public park .
cocaine [noun]

a strong drug that makes people feel really energetic, but it can be harmful and addictive

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a strong and addictive drug that comes in small crystals or rocks and is smoked for a brief and intense feeling of euphoria

Ex: Lisa 's friend explained the dangers of using crack cocaine .

a powerful illegal drug that stimulates the brain, causing increased energy, but also severe health risks and addiction

Ex: Tim witnessed the destructive impact of methamphetamine on a friend 's life .
ganja [noun]

the dried leaves and flowers of the Cannabis plant, often smoked for its psychoactive effects

Ex: Sarah 's roommate always carries a small bag of ganja for personal use .

a substance, often referring to marijuana or alcohol, that is believed to potentially lead individuals to experiment with or use more dangerous and addictive substances

Ex: Lacy 's brother avoided experimenting with gateway drugs to steer clear of potential addiction .
heroin [noun]

a strong, addictive drug made from morphine, usually used by injecting or snorting for its powerful euphoric effects

Ex: Jenny was shocked to find out her neighbor was selling heroin .
hashish [noun]

a concentrated cannabis product, known for its psychoactive effects when smoked or consumed

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ketamine [noun]

a drug that can make people feel disconnected from their surroundings and has both medical and recreational uses

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a drug found in some cacti that can make people see and feel things that are not real

Ex: Nina 's coworker struggled to comprehend reality after taking mescaline .
narcotic [noun]

a drug that reduces pain and causes sleepiness, confusion, or dullness

a recreational drug that is not considered very harmful and gives some people a sense of pleasure

steroid [noun]

drugs that can be natural or made in a lab, used for medical purposes or sometimes misused to build muscles

Ex: Mark 's cousin misused steroids to enhance his athletic performance .

a powerful, addictive, and illegal drug that some people take for pleasure

opium [noun]

a strong and addictive drug made from the juice of a poppy plant, causing pain relief but also leading to dependence and potential health risks

Ex: Opium has both pain-relieving properties and potential risks if not used properly .

a strong drug that can make people see things differently and cause hallucinations when misused

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opiate [noun]

an alkaloid drug related to or derived from opium

a substance that makes people more likely to tell the truth with inducing relaxation and altering consciousness, but their reliability and ethical use are uncertain

Ex: Rose 's teacher explained the ethical concerns associated with using truth drugs .

a medicine that helps manage pain and treats addiction to heroine, when used without a prescription, is considered an illegal drug, carrying health risks and potential legal consequences

Ex: Alex 's neighbor struggled with health issues due to the unauthorized use of methadone .
MDMA [noun]

a drug that can make people feel happy and more connected to others, often used recreationally for its mood-altering effects

Ex: Alex 's friend had a bad experience after taking MDMA at a club .

a recreational drug that can cause relaxation and euphoria but has associated risks, including its use in cases of drug-facilitated sexual assault

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