Associations to the word «Sedate»

SEDATE, adjective. In a composed and temperate state.

SEDATE, verb. To tranquilize by giving a sedative; to calm; to soothe; to induce sleep.

SEDATE, verb. Cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to; "The patient must be sedated before the operation".

SEDATE, adjective. Characterized by dignity and propriety.

SEDATE, adjective. Dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises; "a grave God-fearing man"; "a quiet sedate nature"; "as sober as a judge"; "a solemn promise"; "the judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence".