Sedative (Noun)
Meaning
A drug that reduces excitability and calms a person.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a sedative to help the patient relax before the surgery.
- The nurse administered a sedative to calm the anxious child in the emergency room.
- The patient was given a sedative to reduce her stress and anxiety levels.
- The anesthesiologist used a sedative to put the patient to sleep before the operation.
- The pharmacist warned the customer that the new medication contained a sedative and to avoid driving after taking it.