ataraxic has definitions from the fields of medicine,pharmacology
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[ adjective ] tending to soothe or tranquilize

Examples

"valium has a tranquilizing effect" "took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed"

Related terms

depressant

2
[ adjective ] tending to soothe or tranquilize

Examples

"valium has a tranquilizing effect" "took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed"

Related terms

depressant

3
[ noun ] (medicine,pharmacology) drug that reduces nervous tension and gives peace of mind without producing sleep
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