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anesthetic

/ˌænəsˈθɛtɪk/
noun
  1. A drug or substance that causes loss of feeling or sensation, used to prevent pain during medical procedures.
    • The patient was given a general anesthetic and fell asleep for the surgery.
    • Some anesthetics are injected, while others are inhaled through a mask.
    • The dentist applied a local anesthetic before filling the cavity.
adjective
  1. Causing loss of feeling or sensation; relating to anesthesia.
    • The doctor explained the anesthetic effects of the medication.
    • The anesthetic cream numbed the skin before the injection.
    • Anesthetic gases are carefully monitored during an operation.
Synonyms
numbing
Antonyms
stimulant
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