anxiolytic
/ˌæŋksiəˈlɪtɪk/ · an·xi·o·lyt·ic
noun
- A drug prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of anxiety. Her doctor prescribed an anxiolytic to help her manage her anxiety before the big exam.
- A substance that has anxiolytic properties. The herbal tea had anxiolytic effects and helped her relax during the stressful period.
adjective
- Having a tranquilizing or anxiety-reducing effect. The anxiolytic medication had a calming effect on her nervous system.
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Did you know? The first anxiolytic medication, chlordiazepoxide, was introduced in the 1950s and revolutionized the treatment of anxiety disorders.