nondrug
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /nɒn.drʌg/
KK: /nɑn-drʌg/
adjective
Definition
Referring to something that is not related to drugs or does not involve drugs.
Example
The study focused on nondrug treatments for anxiety.
Conversation
Have you heard about those nondrug treatments for anxiety?
Yeah, I've read that things like meditation can really help.
Exactly! It's nice to know there are alternatives out there.
For sure, it's great to explore nondrug options for health.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
nonpharmaceutical
alternative
holistic
Antonyms
pharmaceutical
medicinal
therapeutic
noun
Definition
A substance that is not classified as a drug, often used in discussions about health or treatment options.
Example
Many people are looking for nondrug alternatives to manage their pain.
Conversation
Have you ever tried any nondrug remedies for headaches?
Yeah, I usually drink a lot of water and rest when I have one.
That's interesting! I heard some people use nondrug methods like yoga to help relieve stress.
Root Explanation
Nondrug → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "drug" (from Old French *drogue*, meaning a substance used for medicinal purposes). The word "nondrug" refers to something that is not a drug or does not involve drugs.
Memory Tip
Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'drug' referring to a medicinal substance — so nondrug means something that is not a drug.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.