Pronunciation of 'Anxiolytic'
The word 'anxiolytic' refers to a type of medication or substance that reduces anxiety. It is pronounced as /ˌæŋ.zi.oʊˈlɪt.ɪk/ in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'anxiolytic' originates from the Latin word 'anxius' meaning 'anxious' and the Greek suffix '-lytic' meaning 'dissolving' or 'loosening'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A type of medication or substance that reduces anxiety.
Pronounced as 'ANG-zee-oh-LIT-ik'. 'ANG' as in 'angle', 'zee' as in 'zebra', 'oh' as in 'go', 'LIT' as in 'lit', and 'ik' as in 'tick'. Stress is on the third syllable.