Synonyms of sedative
8 similar words
Another word for sedative is tranquilizer. Other synonyms of sedative are anxiolytic.
Synonyms and similar words for sedative
nounAn agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.
- sleeping pillA pill or tablet having a soporific effect.
- soporific
- tranquilizerA drug used to reduce anxiety or tension.
- anxiolyticA drug prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of anxiety.
- depressant
- downer
Meaning of sedative
- noun An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.
- adjective Calming, soothing, inducing sleep, tranquilizing.
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Questions about synonyms of sedative
- What is another word for sedative?
- Sedative has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tranquilizer and anxiolytic.
- What does sedative mean?
- Sedative means an agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.
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