1. a medication used to treat depression and related mood disorders by affecting brain chemistry
Usage: commonly prescribed in medical practice; often used in combination with therapy

1. relating to or having the effect of treating or relieving depression

Examples

• Her doctor prescribed an antidepressant to help manage her anxiety and depression.
• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are a common class of antidepressant medications.
• The antidepressant effects of exercise have been well documented in scientific research.
• Many people find that antidepressants work best when combined with therapy.
• He started taking an antidepressant last year and has noticed significant improvement in his mood.
• Antidepressant medications can take several weeks to show their full effects.