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Definition of tranquilization

tranquilization

/ˌtræŋ.kwɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: tranquillisation)
tran · qui · li · za · tion
Adverb:tranquilly
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Plural:tranquilizations
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Adjective:tranquil
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tranquilization Lexical Profile

tranquilization Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American The act or process of calming, soothing, or sedating a person or animal, especially through the administration of a tranquilizer drug.

Example

"The wildlife veterinarian oversaw the safe tranquilization of the injured bear before transporting it to the sanctuary."

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• Rhymes for tranquilization

• Nearby Words

tranq
tranquil
tranquility
tranquilization
tranquilize
tranquilizer
tranquilly

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb 'tranquilize' plus the noun suffix '-ation', ultimately tracing back to the Latin adjective 'tranquillus', meaning 'calm, still, or quiet'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tranquilization. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tranquilization
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