Noun has 1 sense

• ataractic(n = noun.artifact) antianxiety agent, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, tranquilizer, tranquilliser, tranquillizer - a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity;


Derived form adjective ataractic₁

Adjective has 1 sense

• ataractic(s = adj.all) ataraxic, sedative, tranquilising, tranquilizing, tranquillising, tranquillizing - tending to soothe or tranquilize; "took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed"; "valium has a tranquilizing effect"

Derived form noun ataractic₁, noun ataraxia₁