ataractic

Speech parts

1. ataractic - Noun

2. ataractic - Adjective

3. ataractic - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity

tending to soothe or tranquilize

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

sedative tranquilizing tranquilizer tranquillizing ataraxic tranquillizer tranquillising antianxiety agent ataractic agent ataractic drug tranquilising tranquilliser kava narcotic opiate
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Antonyms

active fixed concerned careful fierce rigorous
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Hypernyms

sedative-hypnotic sedative-hypnotic drug psychotropic agent

Hyponyms

anxiolytic neuroleptic antipsychotic antipsychotic agent antipsychotic drug major tranquilizer

Related terms

ataraxy

Examples

valium has a tranquilizing effect Source: Internet

took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

ataprost ataque de nervios atar ataractic agent ataractic drug Atarax