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Sedate: meaning, definitions and examples

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sedate

 

[ sɪˈdeɪt ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

calm

Having a calm, composed, and tranquil demeanor; not easily excited or disturbed.

Synonyms

calm, composed, serene, tranquil

Examples of usage

  • She remained sedate during the crisis.
  • The sedate atmosphere of the library was conducive to focused study.
Context #2 | Verb

medical

Administer a sedative to (someone).

Synonyms

calm, relax, tranquilize

Examples of usage

  • The nurse sedated the patient before the surgery.
  • She was sedated for the MRI scan.

Translations

Translations of the word "sedate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 calmo

🇮🇳 शांत

🇩🇪 ruhig

🇮🇩 tenang

🇺🇦 спокійний

🇵🇱 spokojny

🇯🇵 静かな

🇫🇷 calme

🇪🇸 sereno

🇹🇷 sakin

🇰🇷 차분한

🇸🇦 هادئ

🇨🇿 klidný

🇸🇰 pokojný

🇨🇳 镇静的

🇸🇮 miren

🇮🇸 rólegur

🇰🇿 сабырлы

🇬🇪 მშვიდი

🇦🇿 sakit

🇲🇽 sereno

Etymology

The word 'sedate' originated in the late 15th century from the Latin word 'sedatus', which means 'calm' or 'composed'. Over the centuries, 'sedate' has been used to describe both a calm demeanor and the action of administering sedatives in medicine. The word has maintained its connection to tranquility and composure throughout its history.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,023, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.