Pronunciation of 'Anxiolytic'
The word 'anxiolytic' is pronounced as /ˌæŋ.zi.əˈlɪt.ɪk/ in English (en-US). It refers to a type of medication or substance that reduces anxiety.
Word Origin
The word 'anxiolytic' originates from the Greek word 'anxios' meaning 'anxiety' and 'lytikos' meaning 'able to loosen or dissolve'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A type of medication or substance that reduces anxiety.
Pronounced as 'ANG-zee-uh-LIT-ik'. 'ANG' as in 'angle', 'zee' as in 'zebra', 'uh' as a schwa sound, 'LIT' as in 'lit', and 'ik' as in 'tick'.