lenitive

noun

Meaning

An analgesic or other source of relief from pain
A laxative.
Analgesic, able to reduce pain or suffering.
Laxative; easing the bowels.
(of a person) Mild; gentle.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

mitigatory(English)alleviative(English)palliative(English)alleviatory(English)mitigative(English)moderating(English)electuary(English)anesthetizable(English)

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Sources

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