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hypnotics
This term is primarily used in medical and pharmacological contexts to categorize a specific class of sedative-hypnotic drugs. It carries a clinical tone and is rarely used in casual conversation, where terms like sleeping pills or sedatives are more common.
Because the headword is provided in its plural form to describe a category of medications, it functions as a plural-only noun in this specific pharmacological sense. It refers to the collective group of agents designed to induce sleep rather than a single chemical compound.
Meanings
Examples
The doctor explained that hypnotics should only be used for short term treatment of insomnia.
I wonder if these hypnotics will make me feel groggy tomorrow morning.
The toxicology report confirmed the presence of potent hypnotics in the victim's system.
Avoid alcohol when taking hypnotics as it can dangerously increase the sedative effect.
Some patients develop a tolerance to hypnotics over time.
He was prescribed a mild class of hypnotics to help regulate his sleep cycle.
The pharmacist warned her about the potential for dependency on certain hypnotics.
The pharmacist warned her about the potential for dependency on certain hypnotics.
Modern hypnotics are designed to be more selective than the older barbiturates.