noun
Valium
VAL-ee-uhm
Valium (noun) means a brand name for diazepam, a sedative drug used to treat anxiety and muscle spasms. Example: “The doctor prescribed a low dose of Valium to help with her anxiety.”
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A brand name for diazepam, a sedative drug used to treat anxiety and muscle spasms.
"The doctor prescribed a low dose of Valium to help with her anxiety."
How to use Valium
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA well-known anti-anxiety and muscle-relaxant medication.
When to use it
Often used loosely (and informally) to refer to any calming or sedative drug, even outside its brand.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Valiums
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Etymology
A trademarked brand name created for marketing purposes.
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What does “Valium” mean?
The word “Valium” means a brand name for diazepam, a sedative drug used to treat anxiety and muscle spasms. In plain terms, a well-known anti-anxiety and muscle-relaxant medication.
How do you pronounce “Valium”?
“Valium” is pronounced VAL-ee-uhm (/ˈvæl.i.əm/ in IPA).
How do you use “Valium” in a sentence?
Here is “Valium” used in a sentence: “The doctor prescribed a low dose of Valium to help with her anxiety.”
What part of speech is “Valium”?
“Valium” is a noun.
