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British pronunciation
/ˈænədˌa‍ɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "anodyne"

Anodyne
01

a type of medicine that helps reduce one's pain

anodyne definition and meaning
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The doctor prescribed an anodyne to help manage the patient ’s chronic back pain.
After the surgery, she was given an anodyne to alleviate the postoperative discomfort.
anodyne
01

capable of relieving pain

02

not likely to offend people or cause disagreement or tension

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The film ’s anodyne humor appealed to a broad audience.
His anodyne remarks at the meeting failed to address the core issues.
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