Definition

Designed to fight against the illegal trade or production of drugs.

Example

The government implemented antinarcotics policies to reduce drug trafficking in the region.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new antinarcotics campaign in our city?

Yeah, I read about it! It sounds really important.

I think it's great that they're taking action against drug trafficking.

Absolutely! We need more antinarcotics efforts to keep our community safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antinarcotics is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "narcotics" (from Greek "narkotikos", meaning to make numb). The term refers to substances or measures that act against narcotics or the effects of narcotics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anti-' meaning against, and 'narcotics' relating to substances that numb. This helps you remember that antinarcotics are things that work against the numbing effects of narcotics.

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