Downer (Noun)
Meaning
A drug that reduces excitability and calms a person.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a downer to help the patient relax and sleep after the traumatic event.
- The partygoer took a downer to calm her nerves and counteract the effects of the stimulants she had taken earlier.
- The musician's use of downers before performances was a well-known secret among his fans and critics.
- After a few too many cups of coffee, she took a downer to calm her jitters and focus on her work.
- The therapist warned her patient about the dangers of self-medicating with downers to cope with anxiety and depression.