sed·a·tive 
/ˈsɛdətɪv/ noun
plural sed·a·tives /ˈsɛdətɪv/ noun [count] : a drug that calms or relaxes someone
▪ The patient was given a powerful sedative. — often used before another noun ▪ sedative drugs/medicine ▪ the sedative effects of the drug
▪ The patient was given a powerful sedative. — often used before another noun ▪ sedative drugs/medicine ▪ the sedative effects of the drug
