oxycodone
1 synonym for oxycodone, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A strong, addictive prescription painkiller derived partly from opium, similar in effect to morphine.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use oxycodone
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
prescribed oxycodone
oxycodone addiction
Etymology
Built from "(hydr)oxy" plus "cod(eine)" plus the chemical suffix "-one," reflecting its structural relationship to codeine.
Full origin of oxycodone →Frequently asked questions
What does “oxycodone” mean?
The word “oxycodone” means a strong, addictive prescription painkiller derived partly from opium, similar in effect to morphine. In plain terms, a powerful opioid painkiller, chemically related to codeine and morphine, with a high risk of dependence.
How do you pronounce “oxycodone”?
“Oxycodone” is pronounced ok-see-KOH-dohn (/ˌɑk.siˈkoʊˌdoʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “oxycodone” in a sentence?
Here is “oxycodone” used in a sentence: “The doctor prescribed oxycodone for severe pain after the surgery.”
What part of speech is “oxycodone”?
“Oxycodone” is a noun.
