Relaxant
/rɪˈlæksənt/
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Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Used in medical or health contexts, not typically in casual conversation.
After the surgery, the patient was given a relaxant to aid recovery.
Pro Tip 2/3Neutral Connotation
Neutral in tone, but might imply the need for medical attention or stress relief.
The physiotherapist suggested a relaxant could help with muscle spasms.
Pro Tip 3/3Specificity Matters
Be specific about the type of relaxant being discussed, such as 'muscle relaxant'.
For her neck pain, she was searching for an effective herbal muscle relaxant.
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