adj
Meaning 1
Of or pertaining to ataraxia or ataraxy
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Standard Lemma guide
ataraxic
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/ˌætəˈɹæksɪk/
adj
Meaning 2
ataractic; tranquilizing
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: medicine, pharmacology, sciences
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noun
Meaning 3
An ataractic or tranquilizing agent.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: pharmaceutical
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adjective satellite
Meaning 4
tending to soothe or tranquilize
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- valium has a tranquilizing effect
- took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: ataractic, sedative, tranquilizing, tranquillizing, tranquilising, tranquillising
Antonyms: none provided
History
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