Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
veronal
Noun
/ˈvɛrəˌnɔːl/
Definition
Veronal is a sedative drug, historically used to induce sleep and alleviate anxiety.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed veronal to help the patient sleep through the night.
- In the early 20th century, veronal was one of the first barbiturates used in medicine.
- She felt an overwhelming sense of calm after taking veronal as directed.
Meaning
A chemical compound that belongs to the barbiturate class, known for its calming effects on the nervous system.
Synonyms
- Barbiturate
- Sedative
- Hypnotic
