# diazepam

/dˈaɪəzˌɛpæm/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/diazepam
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

a medicine that calms you down and helps with worry, tight muscles, and sleep problems.

For teachers: 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.

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