Meaning of 'sedate'

Find the meaning of the word ‘sedate’

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Meaning of ‘sedate’

3 definitions found.

sedate

adjective

characterized by dignity and propriety

Synonyms: staid

adjective

dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

Synonyms: sober

verb

cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to

Example: "The patient must be sedated before the operation"

Synonyms: calm

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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