Vocabulary Entry

veronal

|noun • adjective

noun

A sedative drug used historically to induce sleep.

Example Sentences

"The doctor prescribed veronal to help the patient sleep."

"In the early 20th century, veronal was commonly used in hospitals."

"She felt much better after taking veronal for her insomnia."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The veronal compound was studied for its effects on sleep cycles."

"Research into veronal derivatives has expanded in recent years."

"Her study focused on the veronal properties of the new medication."