Local English word record

tranquilising

adjective · 1 sense

tending to soothe or tranquilize

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Examples

  • valium has a tranquilizing effect
  • took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed

Word relationships

Synonyms

ataractic, ataraxic, sedative, tranquilizing, tranquillizing, tranquillising

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