Anxiolytic: meaning, definitions and examples

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anxiolytic

 

[ æŋˌzaɪ.əˈlɪtɪk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical

An anxiolytic is a medication used to reduce anxiety.

Synonyms

anti-anxiety drug, tranquilizer

Examples of usage

  • She was prescribed an anxiolytic to help her cope with her panic attacks.
  • The doctor recommended an anxiolytic to manage his patient's anxiety disorder.
Context #2 | Noun

pharmacology

An anxiolytic is a drug that inhibits anxiety.

Synonyms

anxiety-reducing drug, sedative

Examples of usage

  • The anxiolytic helped calm her nerves before the presentation.
  • Some people rely on anxiolytics to function in stressful situations.

Translations

Translations of the word "anxiolytic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ansiolítico

🇮🇳 एंक्सियोलिटिक

🇩🇪 anxiolytisch

🇮🇩 ansiolitik

🇺🇦 анксіолітик

🇵🇱 anksjolityczny

🇯🇵 抗不安薬 (こうふあんやく)

🇫🇷 anxiolytique

🇪🇸 ansiolítico

🇹🇷 anksiyolitik

🇰🇷 항불안제

🇸🇦 مزيل القلق

🇨🇿 anxiolytikum

🇸🇰 anxiolytikum

🇨🇳 抗焦虑药 (kàng jiāolǜ yào)

🇸🇮 anksiolitik

🇮🇸 kvíðastillandi lyf

🇰🇿 анксиолитик

🇬🇪 ანქსიოლიტიკი

🇦🇿 anksiolitik

🇲🇽 ansiolítico

Word origin

The term 'anxiolytic' originates from the combination of 'anxi-' (from anxiety) and '-lytic' (from Greek 'lutikos' meaning 'able to loosen'). Anxiolytics have been used for decades to manage anxiety and promote relaxation. The development of anxiolytic medications has significantly improved the quality of life for individuals struggling with anxiety disorders.

See also: anxious.