Tranquillization: meaning, definitions and examples

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tranquillization

[ˌtræŋkwəlaɪˈzeɪʃən ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Noun}

The act of making someone calm or peaceful, often by the use of medication.

Word	Description / Examples
tranquillization	Also refers to the process of calming, often with the implication of medical or chemical intervention. Can be used interchangeably with 'tranquillization' but may suggest a more intense intervention. The zoo staff used tranquillization to safely move the aggressive animal. After the tranquillization, the emergency team could work without risk.
calming	Used in everyday contexts to describe reducing someone's stress or agitation. It can refer to both mental and physical relaxation. A warm bath can be very calming after a stressful day. He spoke in a calming voice to soothe the crying baby.
sedation	Primarily used in medical contexts to describe the process of administering drugs to reduce a patient’s alertness or anxiety. Often used before surgeries or medical procedures. The dentist gave him a mild sedation before extracting the tooth. The patient was under sedation during the entire operation.
relaxation	Refers to activities or states that help reduce stress and promote a sense of well-being. Commonly used in leisure contexts. Yoga is a popular method for achieving relaxation. She spent the weekend at the spa for some much-needed relaxation.

The patient was administered a tranquillization injection before the surgery.
Tranquillization is sometimes necessary to manage severe anxiety.
The tranquillization of the agitated individual helped de-escalate the situation.

The word originates from the Latin 'tranquillus', meaning calm or quiet.
It evolved in English to reflect the process of inducing calmness through various means.
The term combines 'tranquill' with '-ization', indicative of the act of transforming a state.

Tranquillization is often used in therapeutic contexts to manage anxiety and other emotional disturbances.
Certain psychological medications aim to achieve tranquil states to improve mental health outcomes.
Calmness can significantly enhance decision-making abilities and reduce stress during challenging situations.

In medical terms, tranquillization usually involves sedatives or anxiolytics to help patients remain still and calm during procedures.
Veterinary medicine often employs tranquillization to safely manage animal patients who may be frightened or aggressive.
This approach can also facilitate more effective medical treatment by minimizing patient movement.

Artists often depict tranquillity through serene landscapes, emphasizing peace and calmness.
Literature features characters experiencing deep calmness, representing themes of inner peace and resolution.
The concept of tranquillization has influenced various philosophical discussions about the nature of peace and human experience.

Films often depict tranquillization as a means of character control, sometimes exaggerating its effects for dramatic purposes.
In music, tranquil themes are prevalent in genres like ambient and classical, aiming to evoke a sense of calm.
Popular wellness apps frequently include tranquillization techniques such as guided meditations to reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Translations of the word "tranquillization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tranquilização

🇮🇳 शांत करना

🇩🇪 Beruhigung

🇮🇩 penenangan

🇺🇦 заспокоєння

🇵🇱 uspokojenie

🇯🇵 鎮静 (ちんせい)

🇫🇷 tranquillisation

🇪🇸 tranquilización

🇹🇷 sakinleştirme

🇰🇷 진정 (jinjeong)

🇸🇦 تهدئة

🇨🇿 uklidnění

🇸🇰 upokojenie

🇨🇳 镇静 (zhènjìng)

🇸🇮 pomiritev

🇮🇸 róun

🇰🇿 тыныштандыру

🇬🇪 დამშვიდება

🇦🇿 sakitləşdirmə

🇲🇽 tranquilización