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sedative

/ˈsɛdətɪv/ /ˈsɛdəˌtɪv/
noun
  1. 1 sakinleştirici, yatıştırıcı countable

Definition (English)

A drug that makes a person feel calm or sleepy, often used to reduce anxiety or help with sleep.

Example Sentences

  1. She was given a mild sedative before the operation.
    Ameliyattan önce ona hafif bir sakinleştirici verildi.
  2. Never mix sedatives with alcohol.
    Sakinleştiricileri asla alkolle karıştırmayın.

Synonyms

tranquilizercalming agentanxiolyticsleeping pillrelaxanthypnoticdowner

Antonyms

stimulantexcitantenergizeractivatorinvigorator

Collocations

take a sedativeprescribe a sedativesedative effectsedative medicationuse sedativesedative dose