anodyne
[ an-uh-dahyn ]
capable of relieving pain
USE 1
In the midst of a heated argument, her kind words acted as an anodyne, calming the tension and soothing hurt feelings.
USE 2
After her surgery, the patient found the anodyne effects of the medication allowed her to rest more comfortably.
USE 3
The gentle, anodyne melody of the harp provided a soothing backdrop that helped ease his mind from the day’s stress.
