n. a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative
n. 鸦片制剂, 镇静剂
a. 含鸦片的, 催眠的
vt. 使麻醉, 使缓和
1. The doctor prescribed an opiate to help manage my pain after the surgery.
医生开了一种鸦片类药物来帮助我术后缓解疼痛。
2. Many people struggle with addiction to opiates due to their powerful effects.
由于鸦片类药物的强效，许多人在成瘾方面挣扎。
3. Opiates are often used to treat severe pain, but they can have serious side effects.
鸦片类药物通常用于治疗剧烈疼痛，但它们可能会有严重的副作用。