💉tranquilize

verb
/ˈtræŋ.kwɪ.laɪz/

Meaning

to make someone or something calm or less anxious, often by using drugs

Example Sentences

The veterinarian had to tranquilize the tiger before moving it.

Synonyms

sedate, calm, soothe, relax, pacify

Antonyms

excite, agitate, stimulate

Collocations

tranquilize an animal, tranquilize a patient, tranquilize with drugs

Related Vocabularies

To examine or inspect closely and thoroughly; to look at critically or searchingly.
to recover health and strength after illness or medical treatment
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to jump or spring a long way or to a great height
to place one thing on top of another so that both can be seen
to make someone familiar with something through regular experience or use

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