obtundent

/ɒbˈtʌndənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

making or becoming less sharp or severe in effect or impact

“The obtundent effect of the medication helped to reduce the pain.”

2. noun

a substance that reduces the severity of a poison or a noxious agent

“The physician administered an obtundent to counteract the poison.”

Synonyms

  • dulling
  • numbing

Antonyms

  • exacerbating
  • intensifying