Placebo Definition & Meaning
placebo
- noun
- an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug
- (Roman Catholic Church) vespers of the office for the dead
"Placebo" in song lyrics
See how placebo is used in real songs:
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"Your flavour's artificial, a goddamn placebo"
Black Sheep — Gotta Get Up -
"viagra placebo"
AOL — AOL -
"new placebo"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with placebo
Usage tips for "placebo"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "placebo" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for placebo to find words that pair well.
Use "placebo" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does placebo mean?
- an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug (Roman Catholic Church) vespers of the office for the dead
- What part of speech is placebo?
- Placebo is a noun.
- How many definitions does placebo have?
- Placebo has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).