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ataractic

adjective noun

Tending to soothe or tranquilize

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Word length
9
Starts with
A
Ends with
C
Contains
TA
Scrabble score
13

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adjective

  1. Tending to soothe or tranquilize

    “Valium has a tranquilizing effect”

noun

  1. A drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity

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Valium has a tranquilizing effect
Took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed

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