a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
[ Syn: tranquilizer , tranquilizer , tranquillizer , tranquillizer , tranquilliser , tranquilliser , antianxiety agent , antianxiety agent , ataractic drug , ataractic drug , ataractic agent , ataractic agent ]
ataractic (n.)
tending to soothe or tranquilize; valium has a tranquilizing effect; took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed
[ Syn: ataraxic , sedative , tranquilizing , tranquillizing , tranquilising , tranquillising ]