Anodyne
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæn.ə.daɪn/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Anodyne is an adjective meaning (pharmacology) Capable of soothing or eliminating pain.
Meaning
(pharmacology) Capable of soothing or eliminating pain.
More Meanings
- (figuratively) Soothing or relaxing.
- (by extension) Noncontentious, blandly agreeable, unlikely to cause offence or debate.
- (pharmacology) Any medicine or other agent that relieves pain.
- (figuratively) A source of relaxation or comfort.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: harmless, neutral
Classical music is rather anodyne.
It all became so routine, so anodyne, so dull.
States typically like to stick to anodyne messages, like saving wildflowers or animals. But every so often a controversy crops up.
Word Forms
- anodynes
Synonyms for anodyne
Depending on context, synonyms include analgesic, antalgesic, antipain, pain-relieving, painkilling, innocuous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include analgesic, painkiller, moderating, bland, insignificant, benign.
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Sources & Attribution
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