psychotropic
|psy/cho/trop/ic|
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/ˌsaɪkoʊˈtroʊpɪk/
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/ˌsaɪkəˈtrəʊpɪk/
mind-altering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'psychotropic' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'psyche' meaning 'mind' and 'tropos' meaning 'turning'.
Historical Evolution
'psychotropic' was formed in the 20th century by combining 'psycho-' and '-tropic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to substances affecting the mind, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting drugs that affect a person's mental state.
The doctor prescribed a psychotropic medication to help with anxiety.
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Last updated: 2025/01/24 10:22