sedative Meaning and Definition
1. n. a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
2. s. tending to soothe or tranquilize
A sedative or tranquilliser is a substance that induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement.
Synonyms allaying anodyne calmative calming lenitive relaxing sleep-inducing soporific tranquilizing
Antonyms invigorating
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