analgesic — a medicine that reduces or eliminates pain
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a medicine that reduces or eliminates pain
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/
Example Sentences
- After the dentist visit, I desperately needed an analgesic stronger than my willpower.
- The analgesic cream worked so well that I forgot I had injured my knee.
- She always carries analgesic tablets in her purse, just like some people carry lucky charms.
analgesic
NOUN[/ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/]
a medicine that reduces or eliminates pain
a caring nurse gently hands a small pill and glass of water to a patient lying in bed. The patient reaches out with a grateful expression while holding their head with the other hand. Before taking the medicine, the patient's face shows clear discomfort and pain. After swallowing the pill, the patient's facial expression begins to relax and show relief. The nurse sits nearby with a warm smile, watching as the patient's pain starts to fade. a medicine that reduces or eliminates pain
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'analgesia', combining 'an-' (without) and 'algos' (pain). Ancient Greek physicians used this term to describe the absence of pain sensation.
Breakdown
an- (without/not) + alg- (pain) + -esic (relating to/causing)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After the dentist visit, I desperately needed an analgesic stronger than my willpower.”
“The analgesic cream worked so well that I forgot I had injured my knee.”
“She always carries analgesic tablets in her purse, just like some people carry lucky charms.”
“The new analgesic showed promising results in clinical trials.”
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