ATARACTIC

• (noun) a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity

  synonyms : antianxiety agent , ataractic agent , ataractic drug , tranquilizer , tranquilliser , tranquillizer

• (adj.) tending to soothe or tranquilize

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

  synonyms : ataraxic , sedative , tranquilising , tranquilizing , tranquillising , tranquillizing

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