ataractic meaning

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ataractic (adjective): tending to soothe or tranquilize.

ataractic has 2 meanings in this dictionary, as adjective and noun.

ataractic as an adjective

  1. tending to soothe or tranquilize
    • valium has a tranquilizing effect
    • took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed

    Synonyms: ataraxic, sedative, tranquilizing, tranquillizing, tranquilising, tranquillising

    Similar: depressant

    Related forms: ataraxia

ataractic as a noun

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

    Synonyms: tranquilizer, tranquillizer, tranquilliser, antianxiety agent, ataractic drug, ataractic agent

    Type of: psychotropic agent, sedative-hypnotic

    Kinds: major tranquilizer, minor tranquilizer

Word lists: words starting with AT · words ending in IC · 9-letter words

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