guarana

/ɡwaˈɾa.na/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant native to the Amazon rainforest, the seeds of which contain a stimulant and are used to make a soft drink or energy drink.

“The health food store sold guarana powder as a natural energy booster.”

2. noun

A type of plant-based energy drink, typically made from the seeds of the guarana plant.

“She preferred drinking guarana to coffee because it gave her a more sustained energy boost.”

3. proper noun

A city in Brazil, known for being a major producer of guarana seeds.

“The guarana farmers of Boa Vista sell their products at local markets.”

Synonyms

  • ginseng
  • yerba mate

Antonyms

  • depressant
  • sedative