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sedate

/sɪˈdeɪt/
verb

  1. To calm or put (a person) to sleep using a sedative drug.

    Similar: tranquilize

  2. To make tranquil.

    Similar: calm, soothe, tranquilize

Synonymscalm, soothe, tranquilize, tranquilize
adjective

  1. (of a person or their behaviour) Remaining composed and dignified, and avoiding too much activity or excitement.

    Similar: placid, staid, unruffled

  2. (of an object, particularly a building) Not overly ornate or showy.

Synonymsplacid, staid, unruffled

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