Word
diazepam
Phoneticsdi·azepam
UK/dˈaɪəzˌɛpæm/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. a medicine that calms you down and helps with worry, tight muscles, and sleep problems.
n. a benzodiazepine drug prescribed to reduce anxiety, relax muscles, and control seizures.
Examples
“The doctor gives him diazepam to help him sleep.”
“After the accident, her doctor prescribed a low dose of diazepam to ease muscle spasms and anxiety.”
“Although diazepam remains effective for short-term anxiety and seizures, doctors now limit long-term use because patients can quickly develop tolerance and dependence.”
Examples
simple
“The doctor gives him diazepam to help him sleep.”
contextual
“After the accident, her doctor prescribed a low dose of diazepam to ease muscle spasms and anxiety.”
complex
“Although diazepam remains effective for short-term anxiety and seizures, doctors now limit long-term use because patients can quickly develop tolerance and dependence.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “diazepam” in context.
Verb
01. administer diazepam
“Nurses administered diazepam slowly to avoid breathing problems.”
verb + noun
02. diazepam calms
“Diazepam calms severe anxiety within thirty minutes.”
noun + verb
03. diazepam impairs
“Diazepam impairs driving ability and short-term memory.”
noun + verb
04. diazepam relieves
“Diazepam relieves muscle tightness and alcohol withdrawal symptoms.”
noun + verb
05. discontinue diazepam
“You must never discontinue diazepam abruptly after prolonged use.”
verb + noun
Adjective
06. intravenous diazepam
“Intravenous diazepam was given to stop the prolonged seizure.”
adj + noun
07. low-dose diazepam
“Low-dose diazepam helped her sleep without morning drowsiness.”
adj + noun
08. oral diazepam
“The doctor started him on oral diazepam for acute muscle spasm.”
adj + noun
Noun
09. dependence on diazepam
“Long-term use can lead to physical dependence on diazepam.”
noun + prep + noun
10. dose of diazepam
“A single dose of diazepam eased his back spasm overnight.”
noun + prep + noun
11. a short course of diazepam
“The doctor prescribed a short course of diazepam for back pain.”
12. develop dependence on diazepam
“Patients can quickly develop dependence on diazepam if used daily.”
Real-World Examples
“We found more than 100 examples of people trying to buy prescription medicines such as diazepam - commonly used to treat anxiety, muscle spasms and seizures - and instead receiving products containing nitazenes.” “Diazepam is an anti-anxiety pill sold as Valium.” “Diazepam is used for anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms or muscle spasms” “Benzodiazepines contain diazepam (brand name Valium) and are a class of medicines that can relieve nervousness, tension and other symptoms of anxiety.” Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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