
Sedative
Medical Context
‘Sedative’ is often used in medical settings to describe specific medications.
The patient was given a sedative before the procedure.
Not Always Drugs
While usually drugs, 'sedative' can refer to any calming substance or activity.
Listening to classical music can be a natural sedative.
Avoid Dependency
Use 'sedative' with care to imply that dependency on it for sleep or calm is risky.
She became reliant on the sedative to fall asleep.
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