n. A minor tranquillizer with sedative effects, taken to reduce anxiety.
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n. a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles; acts by enhancing the inhibitory actions of the neurotransmitter GABA; can also be used as an anticonvulsant drug in cases of nerve agent poisoning
Word Usage
"So it appears the kitty diazepam is working as it should, and she's feeling less stressed and more playful."