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Meaning of sedate

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sedate

Pronunciation:/sɪˈdeɪt//səˈdeɪt/

verb

Definitions

  1. To calm or put (a person) to sleep using a sedative drug.

    Synonyms:tranquilize

  2. To make tranquil.

    Synonyms:calmsoothetranquilize

adjective

Definitions

  1. (of a person or their behaviour) Remaining composed and dignified, and avoiding too much activity or excitement.

    Synonyms:placidstaidunruffled

  2. (of an object, particularly a building) Not overly ornate or showy.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/sedate

Related words

staidcalmsoberseriousdecoroussolemngravetranquillize