anodyne

/ˈænədˌa‍ɪn/

/ˈænədˌaɪn/

Anodyne

a type of medicine that helps reduce one's pain

synonyms : analgesic

anodyne

capable of relieving pain

synonyms : analgesic

not likely to offend people or cause disagreement or tension

Examples

1. And that sounds really anodyne.

2. The idea that systems, beyond our control, should be designed to protect us might seem anodyne in this room.

3. And anything the Queen does say publicly, is pretty anodyne.

4. He was an anodyne symbol of purity and love, and he epitomized our peaceful pre-9/11 world.