What does anodyne mean definition?
Anodyne came to English via Latin from Greek anōdynos (“without pain”), and it has been used as both an adjective and a noun (“something that relieves pain”) since the 16th century. Now, in addition to describing things that dull pain, anodyne can also refer to that which doesn’t cause discomfort in the first place.
What is an anodyne statement?
(ænədaɪn ) adjective. If you describe something as anodyne, you are criticizing it because it has no strong characteristics and is not likely to excite, interest, or upset anyone.
What is the opposite of anodyne?
Opposite of not likely to be objectionable or harmful. adverse. bad. baleful. baneful.