sedative
Translation
sedative, tranquilizer
Examples
He was given a sedative to help him sleep.
He was given a sedative to help him sleep.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) a calming drug He was given a sedative to help him sleep.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tranquilizer, calmative, sleeping pill
Etymology
From Latin 'sedare' meaning 'to settle' or 'to calm'. Related to 'sedentary' (sitting).
Memory Tips
A 'sedative' helps you 'sit' down and be calm.