Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legal-high
Noun
/ˈliːɡəl haɪ/
Definition
A legal high is a substance that mimics the effects of illegal drugs but is not classified as illegal itself.
Examples
- Many people turned to legal highs after certain substances were banned.
- Some shops sell legal highs marketed as herbal blends.
- The risks of using legal highs can be just as serious as illegal drugs.
Meaning
Refers to substances that can produce effects similar to those of illicit drugs, often synthesized to bypass laws surrounding drug use.
Synonyms
- designer drug
- legal stimulant
- synthesized drug
