How to Pronounce "antidepressant"
word
ˌæntidɪˈpɹɛsənt
an-tee-di-PRESS-uhnt
ˌæntɪdɪpɹˈɛsənt
an-ti-di-PRESS-uhnt
Definition
A medicine or substance used to treat depression by improving mood and feelings. Antidepressants are often prescribed by doctors for mental health conditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæntidɪˈpɹɛsənt
British English
ˌæntɪdɪpɹˈɛsənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
an-tee-di-PRESS-uhnt
UK
an-ti-di-PRESS-uhnt
Listen in Context
He started taking an antidepressant for his depression.
This antidepressant helps improve mood.
Doctors often prescribe antidepressants for anxiety disorders.
Not everyone responds to the same antidepressant medication.