psychoactive

[ sahy-koh-ak-tiv ]

/ ˌsaɪ koʊˈæk tɪv /

of or relating to a substance having a profound or significant effect on mental processes: a psychoactive drug.

Origin of psychoactive

First recorded in 1960–65; psycho- + active

Ayahuasca/yagé is a psychoactive brew made from the Banisteriopsis caapi vine.

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But while the psychoactive effects are similar, Spice can be anywhere from five to 10 times more potent.

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Most bath salts contain one of two psychoactive chemicals: MDPV (also known as 3,4-Methylenedioxypyrovalerone) or mephedrone.

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In the psychoactive hierarchy of kitchen work, a high-functioning junkie beats a one-time opium eater.

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psychoactive

/ (ˌsaɪkəʊˈæktɪv) /

capable of affecting mental activity a psychoactive drug

psychoactive

[ sī′kō-ăk′tĭv ]

Affecting the mind or mental processes. Used of a drug.