amphetamine
[/æmˈfɛtəmiːn/]
nounfemininepl: amphetamines
anfetamina
1. A synthetic central nervous system stimulant drug that increases wakefulness, focus, and energy while suppressing appetite
The doctor prescribed amphetamine to treat the patient's ADHD symptoms.
O médico prescreveu anfetamina para tratar os sintomas de TDAH do paciente.
2. A controlled substance often abused recreationally for its euphoric and stimulating effects
Amphetamine abuse can lead to serious health complications and addiction.
O abuso de anfetamina pode levar a complicações graves de saúde e vício.
In Brazil, amphetamines are controlled substances (Class A) with legitimate medical use in treating ADHD and narcolepsy. However, prescription abuse and illicit use have become social concerns, particularly among students and professionals seeking performance enhancement. In the USA, amphetamines like Adderall are commonly prescribed but also widely misused in academic and professional contexts. The term is primarily medical/scientific in formal contexts but has significant cultural presence in drug-related discourse.
NYC Slang
speed, uppers, bennies, dexies
Related Idioms & Phrases
amphetamine rush - the sudden euphoric effect felt after taking the drug
amphetamine crash - the period of exhaustion and depression following the drug's effects wearing off
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