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sedative

The correct spelling is sedative.

How to pronounce sedative

noun

IPA: /ˈsɛdətɪv/

Say it like: Sed-ati-ve

The correct spelling is sedative. An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.

adjective

  1. 1.(pharmaceutical effect) Calming, soothing, inducing sleep, tranquilizing

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