anxiolytic

English

Etymology

anxio- + -lytic

Pronunciation

  • (US) IPA(key): /ˌeɪŋziəˈlɪtɪk/
  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˌæŋksiəˈlɪtɪk/
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Adjective

anxiolytic (comparative more anxiolytic, superlative most anxiolytic)

  1. (pharmacology) That reduces anxiety; tranquilizing

Antonyms

  • (antonym(s) of reducing anxiety): anxiogenic

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Noun

anxiolytic (plural anxiolytics)

  1. (pharmacology) A drug prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of anxiety.

Antonyms

  • (antonym(s) of anxiety-treating drug): anxiogenic

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