Sedative Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Sedative

Meaning 1 : tending to soothe or tranquilize

    Example : took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed

    Synonyms : ataractic,  ataraxic,  tranquilising,  tranquilizing,  tranquillising,  tranquillizing
Meaning 2 : a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person

    Synonyms : depressant,  downer,  sedative drug


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