Analgesic
noun
A drug that reduces pain without affecting consciousness.
Patients commonly use analgesics to manage pain after surgery.

Usage tips
Neutral
pain relief, over-the-counter analgesics, opioid analgesics
adjective
A chemical compound that helps in alleviating pain symptoms.
The analgesic properties of this ointment made it popular among athletes.

Usage tips
Neutral
analgesic cream, topical analgesic, systemic analgesic
noun
A drug that reduces pain without affecting consciousness.
Patients commonly use analgesics to manage pain after surgery.

Usage tips
Neutral
pain relief, over-the-counter analgesics, opioid analgesics
adjective
A chemical compound that helps in alleviating pain symptoms.
The analgesic properties of this ointment made it popular among athletes.

Usage tips
Neutral
analgesic cream, topical analgesic, systemic analgesic
Definition 1 of 2

Medical Context
Analgesics are crucial in treating pain after surgeries.
After a major operation, doctors usually prescribe strong analgesics.
Emotional Context
Using analgesics can relieve suffering during chronic illness.
Many people rely on analgesics to cope with daily pain.
Formal Use
Analgesic medications should be prescribed carefully due to potential side effects.
The efficacy of an analgesic is often assessed in clinical studies.
Medical Context
Analgesics are crucial in treating pain after surgeries.
After a major operation, doctors usually prescribe strong analgesics.
Emotional Context
Using analgesics can relieve suffering during chronic illness.
Many people rely on analgesics to cope with daily pain.
Formal Use
Analgesic medications should be prescribed carefully due to potential side effects.
The efficacy of an analgesic is often assessed in clinical studies.
Medical Context
Analgesics are crucial in treating pain after surgeries.
After a major operation, doctors usually prescribe strong analgesics.
Emotional Context
Using analgesics can relieve suffering during chronic illness.
Many people rely on analgesics to cope with daily pain.
Formal Use
Analgesic medications should be prescribed carefully due to potential side effects.
The efficacy of an analgesic is often assessed in clinical studies.
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