anodynic

English

Etymology

From anodyne +‎ -ic.

Pronunciation
  • Rhymes: -ɪnɪk

Adjective

anodynic (comparative more anodynic, superlative most anodynic)

  1. In the way of an anodyne, relating to relief from pain.
    • 1982, TC Boyle, Water Music, Penguin, published 2006, page 33:
      Mrs. Alloway explained to her that ladies were meant for hoops and finery, for accomplishment in verse and music and other anodynic arts […].
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