Narcoticism

Pronunciation: /ˈnɑɹkɑtɪkˈɪzəm/

Narcoticism (noun)

  1. The state of feeling sleepy or less aware because of a drug or similar substance.
  2. A general effect that reduces alertness, energy, or strong feeling, like a drug’s calming action.

Examples

  • The report described narcoticism as a drug-like effect on attention.
  • Some people notice narcoticism as a drug-like effect after certain medicines.