methamphetamine
11 synonyms for methamphetamine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A powerful, highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from meth- (methyl) + amphetamine, coined in the 1940s.
Full origin of methamphetamine →Frequently asked questions
What does “methamphetamine” mean?
The word “methamphetamine” means a powerful, highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. In plain terms, a dangerous, illegal stimulant drug, often just called "meth".
How do you pronounce “methamphetamine”?
“Methamphetamine” is pronounced meh-tham-FEH-tuh-meen (/ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəˌmiːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “methamphetamine” in a sentence?
Here is “methamphetamine” used in a sentence: “Methamphetamine abuse can cause severe long-term health problems.”
What part of speech is “methamphetamine”?
“Methamphetamine” is a noun.
Where does the word “methamphetamine” come from?
The word “methamphetamine” dates back to around 1940. Formed from meth- (methyl) + amphetamine, coined in the 1940s.
