sedative
Translation
sedative, tranquilliser
Examples
The doctor gave the patient a mild sedative.
The doctor gave the patient a mild sedative.
He was under the influence of a powerful sedative.
He was under the influence of a powerful sedative.
Grammar Patterns
a ((adjective)) sedative a mild sedative.
to be under a sedative He was under a powerful sedative.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tranquilizer, calmative, downer
Etymology
From Latin 'sedare' (to settle, calm). The root 'sed-' means 'to sit'.
Memory Tips
A sedative makes you want to 'sit' down and be calm.