blue pill
The term "blue pill" gained popularity from the 1999 film *The Matrix*, symbolizing the choice to remain in ignorance or illusion. It also refers to a medication used for treating erectile dysfunction.
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Definition
C1Metaphor
(informal, philosophical)Choosing to stay in a state of ignorance or comfortable illusion rather than confronting harsh reality.
Example
- He decided to take the blue pill and ignore the unsettling truths about his company.
C2Medicine
(technical)A medication, specifically sildenafil citrate, used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Example
- The doctor prescribed a blue pill to help with his condition.
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