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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