TRANQUILIZE Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

tranquilize

verb

ˈtraŋ-kwə-ˌlīz

variants also tranquillize

Definition of tranquilize

as in to calm

to free from distress or disturbance at long last the crying baby was tranquilized by the steady rocking of her cradle

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Recent Examples of tranquilize And speaking of going to bed, Stevie’s purse was also allegedly full of tranquilizing pills like Quaaludes to help her catch a few hours’ sleep before the circus started again. — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2026 There are also frequent mountain lion sightings in and around Los Angeles, including recent incidents in Santa Monica and Pasadena where lions were tranquilized and removed. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026 Many bears that visit populated areas are tranquilized and moved out of town. — ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026 Jean manages to break into the secret vault, but she’s tranquilized and apprehended by Tramell Tillman’s Damage Control CEO Bill Metzger. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tranquilize

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Kjærvik said calming exercises, social support, group discussion, or other aspects of a retreat are more likely to explain why participants might feel calmer afterward than venting.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
The staff are friendly and are happy to facilitate requests like for in-room Peloton bikes, special calming playlists or local neighborhood tips.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of calm

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Inside, the lobby is dimly lit in soothing lavender and blue and house music is piped in by surround sound.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
The s and z sounds of cedar scent, soothed, breeze, petals, pads, crossed, shore, and small create a peaceful line of sound that mimics the smooth flow of a river.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of soothe

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Ludek Drizhal composed the film’s score, which is in contention for the Public Choice Award at this year’s World Soundtrack Awards.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
The fabric is composed of 45 percent Australian Merino wool, 45 percent Tencel that is made in a sustainable way, and 10 percent elastane.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of compose

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But their complaints come as Lecornu's government seeks to rein in public spending to appease skittish bond markets, which have punished France more harshly than many of its peers this year, amid a global bond market rout.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Bow down to the left-wing media mob to appease podcasters like Wilder and Hill?

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of appease

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