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Painkillers: meaning, definitions and examples

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painkillers

[ ˈpeɪnˌkɪlərz ]

Noun

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medication

Painkillers are drugs or medicine that help to relieve pain. They work by blocking the pain signals to the brain.

Synonyms

analgesics, pain medications, pain relievers.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
painkillers	Commonly used in everyday language to refer to any over-the-counter or prescription medication that alleviates pain. I took some painkillers for my headache. Do you have any painkillers for my sore back?
analgesics	More technical term, often used in medical or scientific contexts to refer to substances that relieve pain. Doctors often prescribe analgesics after surgery. The study focused on the efficacy of various analgesics.
pain relievers	Commonly used term that can refer to both over-the-counter and prescription drugs that alleviate pain, somewhat more casual than 'pain medications'. He bought some pain relievers at the pharmacy. Do you have any pain relievers at home?
pain medications	Generally used in more formal or medical contexts to describe prescribed drugs that manage pain. The patient was given pain medications after the procedure. She needed pain medications to manage her chronic condition.

Examples of usage

Taking painkillers can help reduce the discomfort after surgery.
She took some painkillers for her headache.
Over-the-counter painkillers are available at the pharmacy.
Doctors often prescribe painkillers for severe pain.
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are common types of painkillers.

Translations

Translations of the word "painkillers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 analgésicos

🇮🇳 दर्द निवारक

🇩🇪 Schmerzmittel

🇮🇩 obat pereda nyeri

🇺🇦 знеболювальні

🇵🇱 środki przeciwbólowe

🇯🇵 鎮痛剤

🇫🇷 antidouleurs

🇪🇸 analgésicos

🇹🇷 ağrı kesiciler

🇰🇷 진통제

🇸🇦 مسكنات الألم

🇨🇿 léky proti bolesti

🇸🇰 liek proti bolesti

🇨🇳 止痛药

🇸🇮 protibolečinska zdravila

🇮🇸 verkjalyf

🇰🇿 ауруды басатын дәрілер

🇬🇪 ტკივილგამაყუჩებლები

🇦🇿 ağrıkəsicilər

🇲🇽 analgésicos

Etymology

The term 'painkiller' originated in the early 20th century as a combination of 'pain' and 'killer', referring to substances that alleviate or reduce pain. The use of painkillers has been documented throughout history, with ancient civilizations using plants and natural remedies to ease pain. In modern times, painkillers have become a vital part of medical treatment, helping millions of people manage pain and improve their quality of life.