Sedative
WordNet
adjective
(1) Tending to soothe or tranquilize
"Valium has a tranquilizing effect"
"Took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed"
noun
(2) A drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
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Synonyms
sleeping pill, soporific, tranquilizer anxiolytic, depressant, downerAdjective
- Calming, soothing, inducing sleep, tranquilizing