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anxiolytic
Definition:
(nou) a tranquilizer used to relieve anxiety and reduce tension and irritability
Examples:
Barbiturates exert an anxiolytic effect linked to the sedation they cause.
Bentazepam is effective as an anxiolytic.
It is a selectively anxiolytic benzodiazepine.
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Common mistakes of anxiolytic pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some may place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "an-xi-o-'ly-tic". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌæŋ.zi.oʊˈlɪt.ɪk/ (US) or /ˌæŋ.zi.əˈlɪt.ɪk/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ly" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many might mispronounce the "xi" as "ksi", leading to "an-'ksio-litic". The "xi" should be pronounced as /zi/. Tip: Focus on the "zi" sound to avoid confusion.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers may drop the "o" in "anxiolytic", saying "anxi-'ly-tic". This results in a three-syllable pronunciation instead of four. Tip: Make sure to pronounce all four syllables clearly.
- Confusing the "l" and "y": A common error is blending the "l" and "y" sounds, resulting in "anxi-'litic". The "ly" should be distinctly pronounced as /lɪt/. Tip: Practice separating the "ly" sound to enhance clarity.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce the ending as "tic" instead of "tɪk", leading to "anxiolyt-'tic". The correct ending is /tɪk/. Tip: Pay attention to the final syllable to ensure it sounds right.