First Known Use: 1961
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nocebo
noun no·ce·bo \ˌnō-ˈsē-(ˌ)bō\
plural no·ce·bos
Definition of NOCEBO
: a harmless substance that when taken by a patient is associated with harmful effects due to negative expectations or the psychological condition of the patient
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Origin of NOCEBO
Latin, I will be harmful; after placebo
Medical Dictionary
nocebo
noun no·ce·bo \ˌnō-ˈsē-(ˌ)bō\
Medical Definition of NOCEBO
: a harmless substance that when taken by a patient is associated with harmful effects due to negative expectations or the psychological condition of the patient
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