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SEDATE

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Sedate.

How to pronounce sedate:

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Sedate - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by dignity and propriety

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
staid6

Dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

Example: "A grave god-fearing man"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grave9sober7solemn8

Sedate - as a verb

Cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to

Example: "The patient must be sedated before the operation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calm8tranquilize29tranquillise21tranquillize30
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affect14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
stimulate11

Sedate - as an adjective

(of a person or their behaviour) remaining composed and dignified, and avoiding too much activity or excitement.

(of an object, particularly a building) not overly ornate or showy.

Example Sentences

"The doctor will sedate the patient before the procedure."
"They had to sedate the aggressive dog to safely transport it."
"The zookeeper sedated the lion to perform a medical examination."
"The dentist will sedate the anxious patient during the root canal."
"The veterinarian will sedate the cat before the surgery."
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Word Game Points

Is SEDATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sedate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SEDATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is SEDATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sedate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SEDATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is SEDATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sedate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SEDATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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