Associations to the word «Sedate»
Noun
Adjective
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Wiktionary
SEDATE, adjective. In a composed and temperate state.
SEDATE, verb. To tranquilize by giving a sedative; to calm; to soothe; to induce sleep.
Dictionary definition
SEDATE, verb. Cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to; "The patient must be sedated before the operation".
SEDATE, adjective. Characterized by dignity and propriety.
SEDATE, adjective. Dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises; "a grave God-fearing man"; "a quiet sedate nature"; "as sober as a judge"; "a solemn promise"; "the judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence".
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