| ataractic | (adj) tending to soothe or tranquilize, Syn. tranquilising, tranquillising, tranquillizing, tranquilizing, ataraxic, sedative, Example: valium has a tranquilizing effect; took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed |
| tranquilizer | (n) a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity, Syn. antianxiety agent, tranquillizer, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, ataractic, tranquilliser |
| ataractic | n. |
| ataraxic | |