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neuroleptic vs ataractic

ataractic vs neuroleptic

neuroleptic and ataractic both are nouns.

neuroleptic is not an adjective while ataractic is an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
neuroleptic Yes No No No
ataractic Yes Yes No No
As nouns, ataractic is a hypernym of neuroleptic; that is, ataractic is a word with a broader meaning than neuroleptic:
  • neuroleptic: tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
  • ataractic: a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
neuroleptic (noun) ataractic (noun)
tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
neuroleptic (adjective) ataractic (adjective)
tending to soothe or tranquilize
Difference between neuroleptic and ataractic

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