sedat

sɪˈdeɪt

Definitions

1. verb

to calm or soothe someone or something

“The music helped to sedate the crowd after the intense performance.”

2. verb

to administer a sedative to someone or something

“The doctor sedated the patient before the surgery.”

3. adjective

calm and peaceful

“The sedate atmosphere of the library provided a perfect environment for studying.”

4. adjective

not exciting or stimulating

“The sedate film was a nice change from the action-packed movies we usually watch.”

Synonyms

  • calm
  • peaceful
  • soothe
  • tranquil

Antonyms

  • aggravate
  • agitate
  • disturb
  • excite