DELIRIANT Meaning and
Definition
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Deliriant is an adjective used to describe something that has the ability to induce delirium or a state of mental confusion. Primarily associated with certain drugs or substances, a deliriant has properties that alter consciousness and perception, leading to a state of delirium characterized by extreme confusion, disorientation, hallucinations, vivid dreams, and impaired cognitive abilities.
Deliriants work by interfering with the normal functioning of the central nervous system, typically by binding to specific receptors in the brain. This disruption often results in a dissociation of thoughts from reality, causing the individual to have difficulties distinguishing between what is real and what is not. Deliriant substances can produce a variety of effects ranging from euphoria to extreme fear or anxiety, and their psychoactive properties may also induce sedation, memory loss, and amnesia.
Some well-known deliriant substances include certain plants and fungi, such as Datura, Mandragora, and Amanita muscaria, as well as synthetic compounds like diphenhydramine and dimenhydrinate, which are commonly found in over-the-counter medications, particularly for allergies or motion sickness. Due to their potent and unpredictable effects on the mind, deliriants are often used in religious or shamanic practices, though they also carry significant risks and can be dangerous if used irresponsibly. Consequently, the use of deliriants is highly regulated in many countries.
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1. Causing delirium. 2. A toxic agent which produces delirium. 3. One who is delirious.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for DELIRIANT
- seliriant
- xeliriant
- celiriant
- feliriant
- reliriant
- eeliriant
- dwliriant
- dsliriant
- ddliriant
- drliriant
- d4liriant
- d3liriant
- dekiriant
- depiriant
- deoiriant
- deluriant
- deljriant
- delkriant
- deloriant
- deli riant
Etymology of DELIRIANT
The word "deliriant" is derived from the Latin term "delirans", which is the present participle of the verb "delirare". In Latin, "delirare" means to go off track, deviate, or become insane. The word "delirium" also shares the same etymology, coming from the Latin "delirare" with the suffix "-ium" indicating a state or condition. In English, "deliriant" refers to substances or drugs that induce delirium, a state of mental disturbance and confusion.
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