acesodyne

/ˌæsɪˈɒdɪn, ˌeɪs-/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance or a chemical that has a pain-relieving effect

“The doctor prescribed an ointment with acesodyne to reduce the patient’s pain.”

2. adjective

Pain-relieving

“The patient was given a pain-relieving ointment, also known as acesodyne.”

Synonyms

  • analgesic
  • pain-relieving

Antonyms

  • harmful
  • noxious