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an·es·thet·ic (an·aes·thet·ic)
 anesthetic (anaesthetic)
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- pronunciation:
- ae
nihs
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tihk
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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a drug that causes anesthesia in the whole body or in a localized area.
Novocaine is a well-known anesthetic.Some dental procedures can be carried out without an anesthetic.The doctor administered a heavy dose of anesthetic before proceeding.- synonyms:
- narcotic, opiate, painkiller
- antonyms:
- stimulant
- similar words:
- analgesic, anodyne, dope, downer, drug, ether, nepenthe, sedative, soporific, tranquilizer
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adjective |
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of, relating to, or able to produce anesthesia.
Opium has strong anesthetic properties.- synonyms:
- narcotic, opiate
- similar words:
- analgesic, anodyne, hypnotic, palliative, sedative, soporific
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narcotic |
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