Vocabulary Entry

anesthetic

|noun • adjective

noun

A substance that induces insensitivity to pain.

Example Sentences

"The dentist administered an anesthetic before beginning the procedure."

"Patients must be monitored closely after receiving an anesthetic."

"Local anesthetics can be used for minor surgeries."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The anesthetic effects of the drug were felt within minutes."

"She was in an anesthetic state during the surgery."

"Anesthetic techniques have advanced significantly over the years."