benzodiazine

/bɛnzəˈdaɪæˈziːniːn/

Definitions

1. noun

any of a class of compounds with the general formula C16H13ClN2O

“The pharmacologist specialized in benzodiazepines for their sedative properties.”

Synonyms

  • anxiolytic
  • sedative

Antonyms

  • analeptic
  • stimulant