Psychoactive (adjective)

Having the capacity to affect the mind, consciousness, or behavior.

Origin:

From the greek words psyche, meaning 'soul, mind, or spirit' and the latin word activus, meaning 'active'.

Examples:

  1. The drug was a powerful psychoactive substance, capable of inducing vivid hallucinations.
  2. Many plants have been used for centuries for their psychoactive properties.
  3. The psychoactive effects of the medication caused her to feel drowsy and disoriented.
  4. The psychoactive properties of the compound were still not fully understood by scientists.
  5. The use of psychoactive drugs is regulated by the government to prevent abuse and dependence.
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