theobromin

/θiːˈɒbrəmɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A xanthine alkaloid found in the cacao tree, responsible for the stimulating and euphoric effects of chocolate.

“Theobromin is a key component in the psychoactive properties of chocolate.”

Synonyms

  • caffeine
  • theine

Antonyms

  • barbiturate
  • sedative