Depressant Definition & Meaning

depressant
adjective
  1. capable of depressing physiological or psychological activity or response by a chemical agent
noun
  1. a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person

"Depressant" in song lyrics

See how depressant is used in real songs:

  • "Manic depressant"
    Swollen Members — Switchblade
  • "alcohol and depressant"
    AOL — AOL
  • "anti depressant"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "depressant"

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