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Sedative
01
any drug that is used to make one feel calm or induce sleep
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
Composition
Compound
countable
plural form
sedatives
What is a "sedative"?
A sedative is a type of medication or substance that causes relaxation and calmness by reducing activity in the central nervous system. These medications are often used to reduce anxiety, promote sleep, or prepare patients for medical procedures. Sedatives work by slowing down brain activity and it can range from mild medicines to stronger drugs used in surgical settings.
sedative
01
tending to soothe or tranquilize
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most sedative
Comparative
more sedative
gradable
