Anodyne — synonyms, definition

1. anodyne (Noun)

alleviation analgesic assuagement balm barbiturate calmative drug essence medication medicine narcotic opiate pacifier pain pill pain-killer painkiller potion sedative tranquilliser tranquillizer

anodyne (Noun) — A medicine used to relieve pain.

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2. anodyne (Adjective)

analgetic

anodyne (Adjective) — Capable of relieving pain. ex. "the anodyne properties of certain drugs"

anodyne (Adjective) — Unlikely to cause offence or debate; bland and inoffensive. ex. "it's pretty anodyne stuff and not always well informed"