ANTIANXIETY Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

antianxiety

adjective

Definition of antianxiety

as in antidepressant

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Recent Examples of antianxiety Current antidepressant and antianxiety drugs are inadequate for about half of people diagnosed with GAD. — Jon Hamilton, NPR, 5 Sep. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for antianxiety

Adjective

In Brazil, as in many countries, antidepressant use has risen as access to mental health care improves and more people (rightfully) receive support.

— Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Suddenly discontinuing these medications may trigger what is known as antidepressant discontinuation syndrome.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 June 2026

Definition of antidepressant

Adjective

The compounds in kratom show promise for their analgesic properties.

— Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
The classic pisco sour is unmissable, as is the island cocktail made with pisco, eucalyptus syrup, and wild murta, a local antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic berry used by indigenous communities in traditional medicine and food.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026