Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hard-drug
noun
/hɑrd drʌɡ/
Definition
A drug that is highly addictive and has a significant potential for abuse, often leading to severe health consequences.
Examples
- Heroin is considered one of the most dangerous hard drugs on the market.
- Many governments have strict laws regarding the possession of hard drugs.
- People struggling with hard drug addiction often need professional help to recover.
Meaning
Hard drugs are substances that typically require intense physical addiction treatment due to their powerful effects on the body and brain.
Synonyms
- narcotic
- controlled substance
- illicit drug
