Synonyms: tranquilizer, tranquilliser, tranquillizer, ataractic, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, antianxiety agent
Definition: a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
Similar words: psychotropic agent
Definition: a chemical substance that can influence human consciousness
Similar words: sedative-hypnotic, sedative-hypnotic drug
Definition: a sedative that depresses activity of the central nervous system and reduces anxiety and induces sleep
Synonyms: ataractic, ataraxic, tranquilising, tranquilizing, tranquillising, tranquillizing, sedative
Definition: tending to soothe or tranquilize
Usage: valium has a tranquilizing effect; took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed
Similar words: depressant
Definition: capable of depressing physiological or psychological activity or response by a chemical agent