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    Antídoto (en. Antidote)

    /anˈti.ðo.to/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Substance used to neutralize the harmful effects of a poison.
    The doctor administered an antidote to counteract the poisoning.
    El médico le administró un antídoto para contrarrestar la intoxicación.
    Anything that counteracts or mitigates a problem.
    Practicing sports is the ideal antidote against stress.
    Practicar deporte es el antídoto ideal contra el estrés.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'antídoton', which means 'that which is given in opposition' or 'that which counters'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be the antidote
    To be the solution to a problem.
    ser el antídoto
    To look for an antidote
    To seek a solution or answer to a complicated situation.
    buscar un antídoto

    Related Words

    Poison
    Substance that causes harm or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed.
    veneno
    Cure
    Process or treatment to eliminate a disease.
    cura

    Slang Meanings

    Quick solution in complicated situations.
    Studying that subject was my antidote to passing the exam.
    Estudiar esa materia fue mi antídoto para aprobar el examen.
    Something that improves mood.
    Chocolate is my antidote for sadness.
    El chocolate es mi antídoto contra la tristeza.