narcotized
/ˈnɑːrkəˌtaɪzd/
ADJECTIVE
1. Made drowsy or unconscious by narcotics
Having been affected by a narcotic or drug so as to become drowsy, insensible, sedated, or unconscious.
1.1. Drugged, sedated, or rendered unconscious
Describes a person or animal whose awareness or responsiveness has been reduced by narcotics, sedatives, or other drugs.
Synonyms
- drugged
- doped
- sedated
- tranquilized
- tranquillized
- stupefied
- comatose
- unconscious
- benumbed
- intoxicated
- dopey
Antonyms
Examples
- The narcotized patient remained under close observation after the procedure.
- The veterinarian carefully monitored the narcotized dog during surgery.
- The wild animal was found narcotized after the tranquilizer took effect.
Related Words
- anesthetized
- anaesthetized
- medicated
- drowsy
- insensible
- stoned
- spaced-out
- knocked out
ADJECTIVE
2. Having dulled senses or reduced responsiveness
Having one's physical sensations, mental awareness, or ability to respond diminished or numbed.
2.1. Numbed or mentally dulled
Describes someone or something whose senses, awareness, or responsiveness have been weakened or suppressed.
Synonyms
- benumbed
- stupefied
- dazed
- numbed
- dulled
- lulled
- stilled
Antonyms
- aroused
- agitated
- excited
- roused
- heightened
- alert
Examples
- Years of repetitive work had left the employees feeling mentally narcotized.
- The constant exposure to violence seemed to have narcotized the public's emotional response.
- He felt narcotized by the medication and struggled to concentrate.