acemetic

/ækəˈmɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling emetics, which are substances that induce vomiting.

“The doctor examined the patient’s acemetic reaction to the new medication.”

2. noun

a substance that induces vomiting.

“The patient was given an acemetic to try and expel the poison from their stomach.”

Synonyms

  • emetic
  • vomitive

Antonyms

  • antiemetic