How to Pronounce Anxiolytic

To pronounce "anxiolytic", say ANX-iolyt-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌæŋksiəˈlɪtɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌæŋksiəˈlɪtɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “anxiolytic”

"anxiolytic" has 3 syllables: anx-iolyt-ic.

What does anxiolytic mean?

noun

  1. A drug prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of anxiety.

adjective

  1. (pharmaceutical effect) That reduces anxiety; tranquilizing

Antonyms

anxiogenic

Related words

buspironeanxietolyticantianxiolyticantianxietyanxiotropicsedativeataraxicataractic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anxiolytic"?▾

"Anxiolytic" has 3 syllables: anx · iolyt · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "anxiolytic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anxiolytic" is /ˌæŋksiəˈlɪtɪk/.

What does "anxiolytic" mean?▾

Anxiolytic: A drug prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of anxiety.

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