MDMA

1. methylene dioxymethamphetamine: an amphetamine derivative, C 11 H 15 NO 2 , that reduces inhibitions and that was used in psychotherapy until it was banned in the U.S. in 1985.

MDMA

abbreviation for

1. 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine Also called (informal)ecstasy

Example Sentences

Although 24 states have legalized cannabis, it remains illegal at the federal level, carrying the same criminal penalties as heroin and MDMA.

From Salon

Oliver is an addict, alternately abusing alcohol, MDMA, cocaine and prescription pills.

From Los Angeles Times

Again, this is especially true of MDMA, which is well documented to enhance suggestibility.

From Slate

Excitement in the field gathered steam when Nature Medicine published findings in 2021 from a study on MDMA, which showed that the drug combined with psychological counseling yielded symptomatic relief to patients with severe PTSD.

From Salon

But in a June meeting, an FDA advisory committee declined to recommend MDMA’s approval.

From Salon