Nepenthe

Language: English
Pronunciation: nepenthe
Part of Speech: noun

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A drug mentioned in Homer's Odyssey (c. 8th century B.C.E.) as bringing relief from anxiety or grief; hence, any drug or substance seen as bringing welcome forgetfulness or relief.

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