ibuprofen
Ibuprofen (noun) means a common over-the-counter drug used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and calm inflammation. Example: “She took some ibuprofen for her headache.”
How to use ibuprofen
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA widely used painkiller and anti-inflammatory, sold under brand names like Advil and Nurofen.
Not the same as paracetamol/acetaminophen, which works differently and doesn't reduce inflammation.
Word forms
ibuprofened past tense, ibuprofens plural, ibuprofens singular
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She took some _____ for her headache.
Etymology
A blended name built from parts of its chemical structure: iso-butyl + propionic acid + phenyl.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “ibuprofen” mean?
The word “ibuprofen” means a common over-the-counter drug used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and calm inflammation. In plain terms, a widely used painkiller and anti-inflammatory, sold under brand names like Advil and Nurofen.
How do you pronounce “ibuprofen”?
“Ibuprofen” is pronounced uh-ih-byoo-PROH-fuhn (/ˌaɪ.bjuˈpɹoʊ.fən/ in IPA).
How do you use “ibuprofen” in a sentence?
Here is “ibuprofen” used in a sentence: “She took some ibuprofen for her headache.”
What part of speech is “ibuprofen”?
“Ibuprofen” is a noun.