noun
- a drug used to reduce anxiety, tension, or agitation and promote calmness
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a mild tranquillizer to help with her anxiety.
- He took a tranquillizer before the flight to calm his nerves.
- The veterinarian used a tranquillizer to sedate the injured animal.
- She avoided tranquillizers and preferred natural relaxation techniques.
- The tranquillizer helped him sleep better during stressful times.
- Many tranquillizers can cause drowsiness as a side effect.