narcotise

/närˈkɒtɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause a person or animal to become drowsy or fall into a state of temporary insensibility, especially through the use of narcotics.

“The doctor decided to narcotise the patient before the operation.”

2. noun

a narcotic substance, especially one that is administered to induce a state of insensibility.

“The nurse administered a narcotise to the patient before the procedure.”

Synonyms

  • knock out
  • narcotize

Antonyms

  • revive
  • stimulate