sedative

The word “sedative” has 3 syllables: sed-a-tive

It's pronounced as /ˈsɛdəˌtɪv/

What is synonym and antonym for sedative?

In the thesaurus, “sedative” has 26 synonyms and 27 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for sedative along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for sedative

analgesic
anesthetic
anodyne
antianxiety
antidepressant
antidepression
antistress
calming
comforting
deadening
depressant
dreamy
hypnotic
lulling
narcotic
numbing
opiate
pacifying
painkiller
quieting
relaxing
soothing
tranquilizer
tranquilizing
tranquillizer
tranquillizing

Antonyms for sedative

aggravating
annoying
bothersome
disturbing
energizing
exasperating
frustrating
galling
grating
harassing
invigorating
irksome
irritating
maddening
nettlesome
painful
stimulant
stimulating
stressful
tiresome
troublesome
troubling
trying
unsettling
vexatious
vexing
worrisome

Meanings of sedative

noun
1. An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.
adjective
1. (pharmaceutical effect) Calming, soothing, inducing sleep, tranquilizing.

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed a sedative to help calm her anxiety.
Some sedative drugs can cause drowsiness as a side effect.
The veterinarian used a sedative before performing the surgery on the dog.
Taking a sedative before bedtime helped him sleep better.
Overuse of sedative medications can lead to dependence.

On this page you'll find 53 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to sedative, such as: aggravating, analgesic, anesthetic, annoying, anodyne, antianxiety, antidepressant.

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