Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antidepressivo
noun
/ˌæntɪdɪˈprɛsənt/
Definition
A medication used to alleviate symptoms of depression.
Examples
- After years of struggling with depression, she finally decided to take an antidepressant.
- Many people find relief from their symptoms through the use of antidepressants.
Meaning
Antidepressants are drugs prescribed to treat mood disorders, particularly major depressive disorder and anxiety disorders.
Synonyms
- mood stabilizer
- antidepressant medication
- psychotropic drug