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painkiller

[peyn-kil-er]

painkiller Definition

  • 1a drug or medicine that relieves pain
  • 2something that reduces or eliminates physical or emotional pain

Using painkiller: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "painkiller" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I took a painkiller for my headache.

  • Example

    Doctors often prescribe painkillers after surgery.

  • Example

    Exercise is a natural painkiller.

  • Example

    Music can be a painkiller for the soul.

painkiller Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for painkiller

Phrases with painkiller

  • over-the-counter painkiller

    a painkiller that can be purchased without a prescription

    Example

    I bought an over-the-counter painkiller for my back pain.

  • a painkiller that can only be obtained with a prescription from a doctor

    Example

    The doctor prescribed a strong prescription painkiller for my chronic pain.

  • a substance or activity that naturally reduces pain, such as exercise or certain foods

    Example

    Turmeric is a natural painkiller that can help reduce inflammation and pain.

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Summary: painkiller in Brief

A 'painkiller' [peyn-kil-er] is a drug or medicine that relieves pain, or something that reduces or eliminates physical or emotional pain. It can be an over-the-counter or prescription medication, or a natural remedy like exercise or certain foods. Examples include 'I took a painkiller for my headache' and 'Music can be a painkiller for the soul.'

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