caffeine

noun/ˈkæfiːn/

Frequency rank: #6,248 most common English word

Meaning

a natural stimulant found in coffee, tea, and some soft drinks that increases alertness.

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Example sentence

She avoids drinking coffee because caffeine makes her feel anxious.

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