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Calculated Shard: 177 (from laksa008)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa177.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/antidepressant","crawl_time":1775904012,"first_indexed_time":1376126531,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,vocabulary!www,\/dictionary\/antidepressant s443","src_root_hash":"5066149262321948577","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Antidepressant - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com","meta_descriptions":["An antidepressant is a drug used to treat depression. Unfortunately, many antidepressants have unwanted side effects."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"SKIP TO CONTENT\n\/æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt\/\n\/æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt\/\nIPA guide\nOther forms:\nantidepressants\nAn\nantidepressant\nis a drug used to treat depression. Unfortunately, many\nantidepressants\nhave unwanted side effects.\nDepression is a form of extreme sadness, when you're so sad that it impairs your ability to function. Words starting with\nanti\nare the opposite or go against other things. Antidepressants, then, are drugs that fight depression. If you’re depressed, a doctor can prescribe an antidepressant such as Prozac or Zoloft. Antidepressants can improve your mood, but they often have side effects such as weight gain or headaches.\nDefinitions of\nantidepressant\nnoun\nany of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects\nsee more\nsee less\ntypes:\nMAOI\n,\nmonoamine oxidase inhibitor\nany of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate\nmaleate\na salt or ester of maleic acid; used as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation\ndesipramine\na tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system\nProzac\n,\nSarafem\n,\nfluoxetine\n,\nfluoxetine hydrocholoride\na selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain\niproclozide\nan antidepressant drug that acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor\nMarplan\n,\nisocarboxazid\na monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression\nPamelor\n,\nnortriptyline\na tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs\nPaxil\n,\nparoxetime\na selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Paxil)\nNardil\n,\nphenelzine\nmonoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Nardil) used to treat clinical depression\nprotriptyline\ntricyclic antidepressant used to treat clinical depression\nZoloft\n,\nsertraline\na selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft)\ntranylcypromine\nan antidepressant drug that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor; administered as a sulfate\nSurmontil\n,\ntrimipramine\ntricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Surmontil) used to treat depression and anxiety and (sometimes) insomnia\ntype of:\nStyle:\nMLA\nMLA\nAPA\nChicago\n\"Antidepressant.\"\nVocabulary.com Dictionary,\nVocabulary.com, https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/antidepressant. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.\nCopy citation\nloading examples...\nDISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word\n‘antidepressant'\n. \n\t\t\t\tViews expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of\nVocabulary.com\nor its editors.\nSend us feedback\nSign up now (it’s free!)\nWhether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement.\nGet started","attrs_markdown":"[SKIP TO CONTENT](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/antidepressant#hdr-word-area)\n\n[![Vocabulary.com](https:\/\/cdn.vocabulary.com\/images\/header\/logo-1wobq9i.png)![](https:\/\/cdn.vocabulary.com\/images\/logo-sar2cf.svg)](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/ \"Vocabulary.com\")\n\n- [Dictionary](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/)\n- [Vocabulary Lists](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/lists\/)\n- [VocabTrainer™](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/vocabtrainer\/)\n\nWord Finder\n\nAll\n\nDictionary\n\nVocabulary Lists\n\n[Random Word](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/randomword)\n\nFeatured\n\nDictionary\n\nVocabulary Lists\n\n[More results](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/search-results)\n\n[Random Word](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/randomword)\n\n# antidepressant\n[Add to list](\"Add to Vocabulary List\")\n\nShare\n\nCopy link\n\n\/æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt\/\n\n\/æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt\/\n\n[IPA guide](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/resources\/ipa-pronunciation\/)\n\nOther forms: **antidepressants**\n\nAn *antidepressant* is a drug used to treat depression. Unfortunately, many *antidepressants* have unwanted side effects.\n\nDepression is a form of extreme sadness, when you're so sad that it impairs your ability to function. Words starting with *anti* are the opposite or go against other things. Antidepressants, then, are drugs that fight depression. If you’re depressed, a doctor can prescribe an antidepressant such as Prozac or Zoloft. Antidepressants can improve your mood, but they often have side effects such as weight gain or headaches.\n\nDefinitions of antidepressant\n\n1. noun\n   \n   any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects\n   synonyms:  [antidepressant drug](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/antidepressant%20drug)\n   \n   [see moresee less](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/antidepressant#0)\n   \n   types:\n   \n   [show 23 types...]()\n   \n   [hide 23 types...]()\n   \n   [MAOI](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/MAOI), [monoamine oxidase inhibitor](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/monoamine%20oxidase%20inhibitor)\n   \n   any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate\n   \n   [Serzone](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Serzone), [nefazodone](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/nefazodone)\n   \n   an antidepressant drug (trade name Serzone)\n   \n   [nontricyclic](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/nontricyclic), [nontricyclic antidepressant](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/nontricyclic%20antidepressant), [nontricyclic antidepressant drug](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/nontricyclic%20antidepressant%20drug), [nontricyclic drug](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/nontricyclic%20drug)\n   \n   a class of antidepressant drugs that are not tricyclic drugs and do not act by inhibiting MAO\n   \n   [Edronax](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Edronax), [reboxetine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/reboxetine)\n   \n   an antidepressant drug that blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine\n   \n   [SSRI](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/SSRI), [selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/selective-serotonin%20reuptake%20inhibitor)\n   \n   an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of serotonin so that more serotonin is available to act on receptors in the brain\n   \n   [tricyclic](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/tricyclic), [tricyclic antidepressant](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/tricyclic%20antidepressant), [tricyclic antidepressant drug](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/tricyclic%20antidepressant%20drug)\n   \n   an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin and thus making more of those substances available to act on receptors in the brain\n   \n   [maleate](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/maleate)\n   \n   a salt or ester of maleic acid; used as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation\n   \n   [Elavil](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Elavil), [amitriptyline](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/amitriptyline), [amitriptyline hydrochloride](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/amitriptyline%20hydrochloride)\n   \n   a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Elavil) with serious side effects; interacts with many other medications\n   \n   [clomipramine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/clomipramine)\n   \n   a tricyclic antidepressant drug\n   \n   [desipramine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/desipramine)\n   \n   a tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system\n   \n   [Adapin](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Adapin), [Sinequan](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Sinequan), [doxepin](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/doxepin), [doxepin hydrochloride](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/doxepin%20hydrochloride)\n   \n   a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Adapin and Sinequan) with numerous side effects (dry mouth and sedation and gastrointestinal disturbances)\n   \n   [Prozac](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Prozac), [Sarafem](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Sarafem), [fluoxetine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/fluoxetine), [fluoxetine hydrocholoride](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/fluoxetine%20hydrocholoride)\n   \n   a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain\n   \n   [Imavate](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Imavate), [Tofranil](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Tofranil), [imipramine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/imipramine), [impramine hydrochloride](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/impramine%20hydrochloride)\n   \n   a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Imavate and Tofranil) used to treat clinical depression\n   \n   [iproclozide](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/iproclozide)\n   \n   an antidepressant drug that acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor\n   \n   [Marplan](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Marplan), [isocarboxazid](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/isocarboxazid)\n   \n   a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression\n   \n   [Pamelor](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Pamelor), [nortriptyline](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/nortriptyline)\n   \n   a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs\n   \n   [Paxil](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Paxil), [paroxetime](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/paroxetime)\n   \n   a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Paxil)\n   \n   [Nardil](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Nardil), [phenelzine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/phenelzine)\n   \n   monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Nardil) used to treat clinical depression\n   \n   [protriptyline](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/protriptyline)\n   \n   tricyclic antidepressant used to treat clinical depression\n   \n   [Zoloft](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Zoloft), [sertraline](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/sertraline)\n   \n   a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft)\n   \n   [tranylcypromine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/tranylcypromine)\n   \n   an antidepressant drug that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor; administered as a sulfate\n   \n   [Desyrel](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Desyrel), [trazodone](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/trazodone), [trazodone hydrochloride](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/trazodone%20hydrochloride)\n   \n   oral antidepressant (trade name Desyrel) that is a nontricyclic drug used as a sedative\n   \n   [Surmontil](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/Surmontil), [trimipramine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/trimipramine)\n   \n   tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Surmontil) used to treat depression and anxiety and (sometimes) insomnia\n   \n   type of:\n   \n   [medicament](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/medicament), [medication](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/medication), [medicinal drug](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/medicinal%20drug), [medicine](https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/medicine)\n   \n   (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease\n\nCite this entry\n\nStyle:\n\nMLA\n\n- MLA\n- APA\n- Chicago\n\n\"Antidepressant.\" *Vocabulary.com Dictionary,* Vocabulary.com, https:\/\/www.vocabulary.com\/dictionary\/antidepressant. 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Boilerpipe Text	SKIP TO CONTENT /æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt/ /æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt/ IPA guide Other forms: antidepressants An antidepressant is a drug used to treat depression. Unfortunately, many antidepressants have unwanted side effects. Depression is a form of extreme sadness, when you're so sad that it impairs your ability to function. Words starting with anti are the opposite or go against other things. Antidepressants, then, are drugs that fight depression. If you’re depressed, a doctor can prescribe an antidepressant such as Prozac or Zoloft. Antidepressants can improve your mood, but they often have side effects such as weight gain or headaches. Definitions of antidepressant noun any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects see more see less types: MAOI , monoamine oxidase inhibitor any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate maleate a salt or ester of maleic acid; used as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation desipramine a tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system Prozac , Sarafem , fluoxetine , fluoxetine hydrocholoride a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain iproclozide an antidepressant drug that acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor Marplan , isocarboxazid a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression Pamelor , nortriptyline a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs Paxil , paroxetime a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Paxil) Nardil , phenelzine monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Nardil) used to treat clinical depression protriptyline tricyclic antidepressant used to treat clinical depression Zoloft , sertraline a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft) tranylcypromine an antidepressant drug that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor; administered as a sulfate Surmontil , trimipramine tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Surmontil) used to treat depression and anxiety and (sometimes) insomnia type of: Style: MLA MLA APA Chicago "Antidepressant." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026. Copy citation loading examples... DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘antidepressant' . Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback Sign up now (it’s free!) Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement. Get started
Markdown	[SKIP TO CONTENT](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant#hdr-word-area) [![Vocabulary.com](https://cdn.vocabulary.com/images/header/logo-1wobq9i.png)![](https://cdn.vocabulary.com/images/logo-sar2cf.svg)](https://www.vocabulary.com/ "Vocabulary.com") - [Dictionary](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/) - [Vocabulary Lists](https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/) - [VocabTrainer™](https://www.vocabulary.com/vocabtrainer/) Word Finder All Dictionary Vocabulary Lists [Random Word](https://www.vocabulary.com/randomword) Featured Dictionary Vocabulary Lists [More results](https://www.vocabulary.com/search-results) [Random Word](https://www.vocabulary.com/randomword) # antidepressant [Add to list]("Add to Vocabulary List") Share Copy link /æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt/ /æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt/ [IPA guide](https://www.vocabulary.com/resources/ipa-pronunciation/) Other forms: antidepressants An antidepressant is a drug used to treat depression. Unfortunately, many antidepressants have unwanted side effects. Depression is a form of extreme sadness, when you're so sad that it impairs your ability to function. Words starting with anti are the opposite or go against other things. Antidepressants, then, are drugs that fight depression. If you’re depressed, a doctor can prescribe an antidepressant such as Prozac or Zoloft. Antidepressants can improve your mood, but they often have side effects such as weight gain or headaches. Definitions of antidepressant 1. noun any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects synonyms: [antidepressant drug](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant%20drug) [see moresee less](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant#0) types: [show 23 types...]() [hide 23 types...]() [MAOI](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/MAOI), [monoamine oxidase inhibitor](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/monoamine%20oxidase%20inhibitor) any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate [Serzone](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Serzone), [nefazodone](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nefazodone) an antidepressant drug (trade name Serzone) [nontricyclic](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nontricyclic), [nontricyclic antidepressant](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nontricyclic%20antidepressant), [nontricyclic antidepressant drug](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nontricyclic%20antidepressant%20drug), [nontricyclic drug](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nontricyclic%20drug) a class of antidepressant drugs that are not tricyclic drugs and do not act by inhibiting MAO [Edronax](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Edronax), [reboxetine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/reboxetine) an antidepressant drug that blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine [SSRI](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/SSRI), [selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/selective-serotonin%20reuptake%20inhibitor) an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of serotonin so that more serotonin is available to act on receptors in the brain [tricyclic](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/tricyclic), [tricyclic antidepressant](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/tricyclic%20antidepressant), [tricyclic antidepressant drug](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/tricyclic%20antidepressant%20drug) an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin and thus making more of those substances available to act on receptors in the brain [maleate](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/maleate) a salt or ester of maleic acid; used as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation [Elavil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Elavil), [amitriptyline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/amitriptyline), [amitriptyline hydrochloride](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/amitriptyline%20hydrochloride) a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Elavil) with serious side effects; interacts with many other medications [clomipramine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/clomipramine) a tricyclic antidepressant drug [desipramine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/desipramine) a tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system [Adapin](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Adapin), [Sinequan](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Sinequan), [doxepin](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/doxepin), [doxepin hydrochloride](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/doxepin%20hydrochloride) a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Adapin and Sinequan) with numerous side effects (dry mouth and sedation and gastrointestinal disturbances) [Prozac](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Prozac), [Sarafem](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Sarafem), [fluoxetine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/fluoxetine), [fluoxetine hydrocholoride](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/fluoxetine%20hydrocholoride) a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain [Imavate](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Imavate), [Tofranil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Tofranil), [imipramine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/imipramine), [impramine hydrochloride](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/impramine%20hydrochloride) a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Imavate and Tofranil) used to treat clinical depression [iproclozide](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/iproclozide) an antidepressant drug that acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor [Marplan](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Marplan), [isocarboxazid](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/isocarboxazid) a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression [Pamelor](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Pamelor), [nortriptyline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nortriptyline) a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs [Paxil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Paxil), [paroxetime](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/paroxetime) a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Paxil) [Nardil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Nardil), [phenelzine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/phenelzine) monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Nardil) used to treat clinical depression [protriptyline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/protriptyline) tricyclic antidepressant used to treat clinical depression [Zoloft](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Zoloft), [sertraline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/sertraline) a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft) [tranylcypromine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/tranylcypromine) an antidepressant drug that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor; administered as a sulfate [Desyrel](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Desyrel), [trazodone](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/trazodone), [trazodone hydrochloride](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/trazodone%20hydrochloride) oral antidepressant (trade name Desyrel) that is a nontricyclic drug used as a sedative [Surmontil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Surmontil), [trimipramine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/trimipramine) tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Surmontil) used to treat depression and anxiety and (sometimes) insomnia type of: [medicament](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/medicament), [medication](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/medication), [medicinal drug](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/medicinal%20drug), [medicine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/medicine) (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease Cite this entry Style: MLA - MLA - APA - Chicago "Antidepressant." 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Readable Markdown	[SKIP TO CONTENT](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant#hdr-word-area) /æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt/ /æntaɪdɪˈprɛsənt/ [IPA guide](https://www.vocabulary.com/resources/ipa-pronunciation/) Other forms: antidepressants An antidepressant is a drug used to treat depression. Unfortunately, many antidepressants have unwanted side effects. Depression is a form of extreme sadness, when you're so sad that it impairs your ability to function. Words starting with anti are the opposite or go against other things. Antidepressants, then, are drugs that fight depression. If you’re depressed, a doctor can prescribe an antidepressant such as Prozac or Zoloft. Antidepressants can improve your mood, but they often have side effects such as weight gain or headaches. Definitions of antidepressant 1. noun any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects [see moresee less](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant#0) types: [MAOI](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/MAOI), [monoamine oxidase inhibitor](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/monoamine%20oxidase%20inhibitor) any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate [maleate](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/maleate) a salt or ester of maleic acid; used as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation [desipramine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/desipramine) a tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system [Prozac](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Prozac), [Sarafem](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Sarafem), [fluoxetine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/fluoxetine), [fluoxetine hydrocholoride](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/fluoxetine%20hydrocholoride) a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain [iproclozide](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/iproclozide) an antidepressant drug that acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor [Marplan](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Marplan), [isocarboxazid](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/isocarboxazid) a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression [Pamelor](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Pamelor), [nortriptyline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/nortriptyline) a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs [Paxil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Paxil), [paroxetime](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/paroxetime) a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Paxil) [Nardil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Nardil), [phenelzine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/phenelzine) monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Nardil) used to treat clinical depression [protriptyline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/protriptyline) tricyclic antidepressant used to treat clinical depression [Zoloft](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Zoloft), [sertraline](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/sertraline) a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft) [tranylcypromine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/tranylcypromine) an antidepressant drug that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor; administered as a sulfate [Surmontil](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Surmontil), [trimipramine](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/trimipramine) tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Surmontil) used to treat depression and anxiety and (sometimes) insomnia type of: Style: MLA - MLA - APA - Chicago "Antidepressant." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/antidepressant. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026. Copy citation loading examples... DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘antidepressant'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of [Vocabulary.com](https://www.vocabulary.com/) or its editors. [Send us feedback](https://www.ixl.com/feedback/vocabularydotcom) ## Sign up now (it’s free!) ### Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement. [Get started](https://www.vocabulary.com/signup/)
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