Meaning
That has a tranquilizing effect.
Etymology
Origin: Ancient Greek
From Ancient Greek ἀτάρακτος (atáraktos, “intrepid”), from ταράσσω (tarássō).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
calmingsedativesoothingtranquilizingataraxictranquilizertranquillizertranquillisertranquillizingtranquilising
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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