Definition of sedative

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • sedative is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • sedative is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • sedative is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of sedative


  • tending to soothe or tranquilize (adjective)

    Examples

    1. took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed

    Synonyms

    1. ataractic
    2. ataraxic
    3. tranquilising
    4. tranquilizing
    5. tranquillising
    6. tranquillizing
  • a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. depressant
    2. downer
    3. sedative drug

See definition of sedative in Merriam Webster