Truth Drug (Noun)
Meaning
An intravenous anesthetic drug that has a hypnotic effect; induces relaxation and weakens inhibitions; is believed to induce people to talk freely.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The detectives asked the doctor if the truth drug could be used on the suspect to obtain more information.
- He admitted that during his questioning under the truth drug he made false accusations against several colleagues.
- There's some speculation about whether she gave any valuable information under the truth drug that helped with the case.
- During his confession under the truth drug the killer gave details of his accomplices and the motives behind the crime.
- Law enforcement officials have expressed concern over the efficacy and ethics of using the truth drug in interrogation procedures.