Sedative
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈsɛdətɪv/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sedative is a noun meaning (pharmacology) An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.
Meaning
(pharmacology) An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.
More Meanings
- (pharmacology) Calming, soothing, inducing sleep, tranquilizing
Word Forms
- sedatives
Synonyms for sedative
Depending on context, synonyms include soporific, tranquilizer, anxiolytic, depressant, downer, ataractic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tranquilizing, ataractic, depressant, ataraxic, downer, sedation.
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