Anxiolytic: meaning, definitions and examples
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anxiolytic
[ æŋˌzaɪ.əˈlɪtɪk ]
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.
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.