Analgesics: meaning, definitions and examples

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analgesics

 

[ ˌanəlˈdʒiːzɪks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medications

Analgesics are a type of medication used to relieve pain. They work by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain. There are different types of analgesics, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, and opioids.

Synonyms

pain medications, pain relievers, painkillers

Examples of usage

  • Many people take analgesics such as ibuprofen for headaches.
  • After the surgery, the doctor prescribed strong analgesics to manage the pain.
  • Analgesics can be purchased over-the-counter or with a prescription.
  • Some people are allergic to certain types of analgesics.
  • The nurse administered an analgesic to the patient to help with the pain.

Translations

Translations of the word "analgesics" in other languages:

🇵🇹 analgésicos

🇮🇳 दर्दनाशक

🇩🇪 Schmerzmittel

🇮🇩 analgesik

🇺🇦 анальгетики

🇵🇱 środki przeciwbólowe

🇯🇵 鎮痛剤

🇫🇷 analgésiques

🇪🇸 analgésicos

🇹🇷 analjezikler

🇰🇷 진통제

🇸🇦 مسكنات

🇨🇿 analgetika

🇸🇰 analgetiká

🇨🇳 止痛药

🇸🇮 analgetiki

🇮🇸 verkjastillandi

🇰🇿 анальгетиктер

🇬🇪 ანალგეტიკები

🇦🇿 analjeziklər

🇲🇽 analgésicos

Etymology

The word 'analgesic' comes from the Greek words 'an-' (without) and 'algesis' (sense of pain). Analgesics have been used for centuries to alleviate pain and discomfort in various cultures. The development of modern analgesics has revolutionized the field of medicine, providing effective relief for a wide range of conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,274, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.