tranquilize
verb
Simple meaning
To dart with a sedative.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈtɹæŋkwəlaɪz
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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verb
transitive
To calm (a person or animal) or put them to sleep using a tranquilizer dart.
transitive
To dart (a person or animal) with a sedative
transitivenow literary
To make (something or someone) tranquil.
Cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to
Make calm or still
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Typical Use
- Rare
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: To calm (a person or animal) or put them to sleep using a tranquilizer dart.
Used this way, tranquilize is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It keeps things gentle rather than emphatic.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Mild
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Calm and reassuring
- Usage feel
- Understated and gentle
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Compound terms
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Tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired.
A tranquilizer used to relieve anxiety and reduce tension and irritability.
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