Narcotize — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈnär-kə-ˌtīz/ nar·co·tize

Meaning & Definition of Narcotize

Narcotize (verb)

  1. to treat with or subject to a narcotic
  2. to put into narcosis
  3. to soothe to unconsciousness or unawareness

Narcotize (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in sedate, stupefy

    similar: sedate, stupefy, allay, alleviate, assuage, ease, lay, mitigate, quell, relax, relieve, solace, appease, conciliate, hush, mollify, pacify, placate, becalm, calm, compose, lull, lullaby, quiet, quieten (chiefly British), salve, settle, soothe, still, tranquilize
    opposite: agitate, discompose, disquiet, disturb, key (up), perturb, upset, vex, aggravate, heighten, intensify, arouse, excite, foment, incite, rouse, stir (up), work up

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Narcotize

The most common words with a similar meaning to Narcotize:

Chiefly British: quieten
sedate, stupefy, allay, alleviate, assuage, ease, lay, mitigate, quell, relax, relieve, solace, appease, conciliate, hush, mollify, pacify, placate, becalm, calm, compose, lull, lullaby, quiet, salve, settle, soothe, still, tranquilize

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Narcotize

Words with the opposite meaning of Narcotize:

agitate, discompose, disquiet, disturb, key (up), perturb, upset, vex, aggravate, heighten, intensify, arouse, excite, foment, incite, rouse, stir (up), work up

Word Forms of Narcotize

Inflections: narcotized, narcotizing

Origin & Etymology of Narcotize

narcot(ic):1 + -ize

First known use: 1526t

Frequently Asked Questions about Narcotize

What does "Narcotize" mean?

"Narcotize" means to treat with or subject to a narcotic. As a verb, it is defined as: to treat with or subject to a narcotic.

What is another word for "Narcotize"?

Other words for "Narcotize" include sedate, stupefy, allay, alleviate, assuage, ease, lay and mitigate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Narcotize" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Narcotize"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Narcotize". Common alternatives include sedate, stupefy, allay, alleviate, assuage, ease, lay, mitigate, quell and relax.

What is the opposite of "Narcotize"?

Antonyms of "Narcotize" include agitate, discompose, disquiet, disturb, key (up), perturb, upset and vex.

Is "Narcotize" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Narcotize" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Narcotize"?

"Narcotize" is pronounced /ˈnär-kə-ˌtīz/ and divided into syllables as nar·co·tize.

What is the origin of the word "Narcotize"?

"Narcotize" comes from narcot(ic):1 + -ize. First known use: 1526t.

What is another word for "Narcotize" meaning "as in sedate, stupefy"?

When "Narcotize" (verb) means as in sedate, stupefy, synonyms include sedate, stupefy, allay, alleviate, assuage and ease. Opposites in this sense include agitate, discompose, disquiet and disturb.