Definition of Anodyne

something used to comfort or relieve pain

Examples of Anodyne in a sentence

The doctor promised to give me a strong anodyne to relieve the throbbing in my neck.  🔊

Because my aunt has terminal cancer, she often uses marijuana as an anodyne for pain.  🔊

The soft music is the perfect anodyne to help me relax after work.  🔊

If the anodyne does not work, back pain will keep me up all night.  🔊

Jane used volunteering as an anodyne to help her come to terms with her husband’s death.  🔊

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