What does medication mean?
Medication means A medicine, or all the medicines regularly taken by a patient..
Medication
/mɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
A medicine, or all the medicines regularly taken by a patient..
Definitions by Sense
- A medicine, or all the medicines regularly taken by a patient.
- The administration of medicine.
Example Sentences
Have you been taking your medication? [uncountable]
Have you been taking your medications? [countable]
Are you going to be be like this all day? It’s like I’ve not took^([sic – meaning taken]) my medication.
Such behavior, if it doesn't abate, will necessitate medication and supervision.
Synonyms for medication
Antonyms for medication
Related Words
Word Forms
- medications
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for medication?
Common synonyms include medicine, medicament, medicinal drug.
What is the opposite of medication?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use medication in a sentence?
Have you been taking your medication? [uncountable]
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