anodyne
/ˈænədaɪn/
adjective
- Not likely to offend or upset anyone; bland or inoffensive.
- The politician gave an anodyne speech that pleased no one and angered no one.
- The movie's anodyne dialogue made it forgettable.
- She offered an anodyne comment to avoid starting an argument.
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noun
- Something that relieves pain or soothes distress.
- He used laughter as an anodyne to ease the tension in the room.
- The herbal tea was a gentle anodyne for her headache.
- Music can be an anodyne for a troubled mind.
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