CEFR C1

barbituric

adjective

Meaning

Relating to or being a derivative of barbituric acid, especially a sedative or hypnotic drug.

Examples

Barbituric acid itself is not used as a drug, but its derivatives are.
The patient was given a barbituric injection to induce anesthesia.

Synonyms: sedative, hypnotic, anesthetic

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barbituric (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /bɑːrˈbɪtʃuərɪk/

Definition

Relating to or being a derivative of barbituric acid, especially a sedative or hypnotic drug.

Examples

Barbituric acid itself is not used as a drug, but its derivatives are.
The patient was given a barbituric injection to induce anesthesia.

Synonyms of barbituric

Words with a similar meaning to barbituric:

Antonyms of barbituric

Words with the opposite meaning to barbituric:

stimulant

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