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anodyne

adjective noun

Capable of relieving pain

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Word length
7
Starts with
A
Ends with
E
Contains
NO
Scrabble score
11

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Pronunciation

ˈæn.ə.daɪn

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Definitions

adjective

  1. Capable of relieving pain

    “The anodyne properties of certain drugs”

noun

  1. A medicine used to relieve pain

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Example Sentences

The anodyne properties of certain drugs
An analgesic effect

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