Hallucinogenic: meaning, definitions and examples
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hallucinogenic
[ həˌluːsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪk ]
drug effects
Causing hallucinations; psychedelic.
Synonyms
mind-altering, psychedelic, psychoactive
Examples of usage
- The artist used hallucinogenic drugs to inspire his paintings.
- She experienced vivid hallucinations after taking the hallucinogenic substance.
effects on perception
Distorting perceptions of reality; producing hallucinations.
Synonyms
distorting, illusion-inducing, mind-bending
Examples of usage
- The hallucinogenic effects of the drug made her see colors that weren't there.
- After consuming the mushrooms, he started to have hallucinogenic experiences.
Translations
Translations of the word "hallucinogenic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 alucinógeno
🇮🇳 मतिभ्रमकारी
🇩🇪 halluzinogen
🇮🇩 halusinogenik
🇺🇦 галюциногенний
🇵🇱 halucynogenny
🇯🇵 幻覚剤の
🇫🇷 hallucinogène
🇪🇸 alucinógeno
🇹🇷 halüsinojen
🇰🇷 환각제의
🇸🇦 مُهَلْوِس
🇨🇿 halucinogenní
🇸🇰 halucinogénny
🇨🇳 致幻的
🇸🇮 halucinogen
🇮🇸 ofskynjunarlyf
🇰🇿 галлюциногендік
🇬🇪 ჰალუცინოგენური
🇦🇿 halüsinogen
🇲🇽 alucinógeno
Word origin
The word 'hallucinogenic' is derived from the words 'hallucination' and 'genic', meaning 'producing'. It is commonly used to describe substances or experiences that alter one's perception, often causing hallucinations or psychedelic effects. The use of hallucinogenic substances has a long history, dating back to ancient civilizations who used plants and fungi for spiritual and medicinal purposes. In modern times, hallucinogens continue to be used recreationally and therapeutically, leading to ongoing research and debate about their effects and potential benefits.