adrenochrome

/ˌædriˈnɒkrəm, -ˈkroʊm, ˌædriˈnɔkrɒm/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound produced by the oxidation of adrenaline in the body, used as a medication or in scientific research.

“The lab researcher carefully collected the adrenochrome to study its properties in the context of neurotransmitter research.”

2. noun

A psychedelic substance, obtained from the oxidation of adrenaline, which has been associated with a range of effects including euphoria and hallucinations.

“The conspiracy theorist claimed that adrenochrome was being sold on the black market, fueling rumors of illicit activity.”

Synonyms

  • adrenaline
  • oxitriptyline

Antonyms

  • dopamine
  • serotonin