Tranquilizer (noun)

  1. A drug that reduces anxiety and tension, or one that calms the mind and body.
  2. A device or technique that reduces anxiety or tension.

Origin:

From the latin word "tranquillus" meaning peaceful, calm, and the english suffix "-izer", meaning one that causes to be.

Examples:

  1. She took a tranquilizer to help her sleep.
  2. The tranquilizer helped calm the agitated patient.
  3. The tranquilizer had a sedative effect on the patient.
  4. He needed a tranquilizer to deal with the stress of the situation.
  5. The doctor prescribed a tranquilizer to help her relax.
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