nootropic
[ noh-uh-trop-ik, ‐troh-pik ]
/ ˌnoʊ əˈtrɒp ɪk, ‐ˈtroʊ pɪk /
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adjective
(of a drug or other substance) capable of enhancing memory, concentration, or other cognitive functions and of preventing cognitive decline: Each capsule contains six different nootropic substances.
noun
Also called smart drug. a drug or other substance that enhances memory, concentration, or other cognitive functions: The effectiveness, and safety, of certain nootropics remain debatable.
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Origin of nootropic
First recorded in 1970–75; <Greek nóo(s) “mind” + -tropic
Words nearby nootropic
noose, noosphere, Nootka, Nootka fir, Nootka Sound, nootropic, NOP, no pain, no gain, nopal, no-par, nope
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Example sentences from the Web for nootropic
Fortunately, the vegan superfood bars are tasty on the inside, each featuring Lion’s Mane, a nootropic mushroom that boosts brain function while targeting nerve damage, anxiety, and depression.
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