Pronunciation: /ˈsɛdətɪv/
noun a drug that has a calming effect and is used to induce sleep or reduce anxiety
A1 I took a sedative to help me sleep.
A2 The doctor prescribed a sedative for my anxiety.
B1 She was given a sedative before the surgery to help her relax.
B2 The sedative had a calming effect on the patient before the procedure.
C1 The sedative was administered intravenously to induce a state of relaxation.
C2 The sedative proved to be effective in managing the patient's pain during the operation.
adjective having a calming or soothing effect
A1 The sedative music helped me relax before bed.
A2 The sedative effects of the medication made me feel drowsy.
B1 The doctor prescribed a sedative drug to help with my anxiety.
B2 The sedative properties of the herbal tea helped me sleep better.
C1 The sedative qualities of the massage oil eased my muscle tension.
C2 The sedative nature of the hot bath provided a sense of calm and relaxation.
formal The doctor prescribed a sedative to help the patient relax before the surgery.
informal I took a sedative last night to help me sleep better.
slang I need to pop a sedative to calm my nerves before the big presentation.
figurative Listening to classical music has a sedative effect on my mind.
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