sedare — meaning in English
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English meaning
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quell
verb To bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.
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sedate
adj Calm, unhurried, and dignified in manner.
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subside
verb To become calmer, weaker, or less intense over time.
Senses
sedare is used for these senses in English:
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quell
(transitive) To subdue, put down, or silence (someone or something); to force (someone) to submit. [from 10th c.]
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subside
(intransitive) To fall into a state of calm; to be calm again; to settle down; to become tranquil; to abate.
sedate — full definition
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adj Calm, unhurried, and dignified in manner.
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verb To give someone a drug that calms them or makes them sleep.
