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tran·qui·lize (tran·quil·lize)
tranquilize (tranquillize)
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- pronunciation:
- traeng
kw
laIz
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: |
transitive verb & intransitive verb |
inflections: |
tranquilizes, tranquilizing, tranquilized |
definition: |
to calm down; relax.
- antonyms:
- agitate, disquiet
- similar words:
- allay, calm, gentle, pacify, sedate
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related words: |
appease, ease, lull, mollify, opiate, relax, rest, soothe |
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derivation: |
tranquilization (n.) |
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