analgesic
Translation
painkiller, pain reliever
Examples
Paracetamol is a common analgesic.
Acetaminophen is a common analgesic.
The doctor prescribed a strong analgesic.
The doctor prescribed a strong analgesic.
Grammar Patterns
((an analgesic)) a substance that relieves pain Acetaminophen is a common analgesic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: painkiller, pain reliever, anodyne
Etymology
From Greek 'an-' (without) and 'algos' (pain). It literally means 'without pain'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'an-' (not) + 'algesia' (pain). So, it's a 'not-pain' substance.