Anxiolytic (Noun)

Meaning

A tranquilizer used to relieve anxiety and reduce tension and irritability.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The doctor prescribed an anxiolytic to help the patient relax before her upcoming surgery.
• Benzodiazepines are commonly used as anxiolytic medications to treat anxiety disorders.
• After taking the anxiolytic, Sarah felt her nervous energy dissipate, allowing her to focus on her work.
• Research has shown that anxiolytic medication can be effective in reducing anxiety-related symptoms.
• In addition to therapy, John's psychologist recommended that he take an anxiolytic to alleviate his social anxiety.

Synonyms

• Antianxiety Drug
• Anxiolytic Drug
• Minor Tranquilizer
• Minor Tranquillizer
• Minor Tranquilliser

Hypernyms

• Tranquilizer
• Tranquilliser
• Tranquillizer
• Ataractic
• Ataractic Agent
• Antianxiety Agent

Hyponyms

• Buspirone
• Atarax
• Miltown
• BuSpar
• Hydroxyzine
• Perphenazine
• Meprin
• Meprobamate
• Flurazepam
• Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride
• Flurazepam Hydrochloride
• Vistaril
• Triavil
• Oxazepam
• Dalmane
• Benzodiazepine
• Equanil
• Serax

Related Words

• Anxiolytic (adjective)