anti-depressant

anti-depressant
anti-depressants
1) N-COUNT An anti-depressant is a drug which is used to treat people who are suffering from depression.
2) N-COUNT You can use anti-depressant to talk about something that makes people feel happier and more relaxed.

Exercise is a powerful antidepressant.


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