tranquilizers
word · lemma: tranquilizer
Definition
Medicines or drugs that help calm people, reduce anxiety, or make them feel relaxed.
Usage & Nuances
'Tranquilizers' is a formal, medical term often used in mental health or pharmacy. It refers mostly to prescription medications (like benzodiazepines), not to herbal remedies or over-the-counter calming products. Often used in the plural, and sometimes called 'sedatives'. Be careful not to confuse with 'antidepressants' or 'painkillers', which have different purposes.
Example Sentences
The doctor prescribed tranquilizers for his anxiety.
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Some people take tranquilizers to help them sleep.
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Tranquilizers can have side effects if used too much.
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After the accident, he was given tranquilizers to help him calm down.
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She doesn't like taking tranquilizers because they make her feel tired all day.
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Some tranquilizers can become addictive if not used carefully.
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