sedate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /sɪˈdeɪt/
KK: /sɪˈdeɪt/
adjective
Definition
Calm and quiet in manner or character, often showing a serious or composed attitude.
Example
The sedate atmosphere of the library made it a perfect place to study.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more sedate
Superlative: most sedate
Conversation
I really enjoy hanging out at that new café; it's so sedate and peaceful.
I know what you mean! It's a great place to relax and unwind.
Exactly, it's nice to escape the chaos of the city for a bit.
Totally! I think we should go there more often.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
calm
serene
placid
Antonyms
excitable
agitated
chaotic
transitive verb
Definition
To calm someone down or make them less active by giving them a drug that makes them sleepy or relaxed.
Example
The doctor decided to sedate the patient before the surgery to ensure they would remain calm.
Tense Forms
Past: sedated
Past Participle: sedated
Conversation
I heard that they sedate animals before surgery to keep them calm.
Yeah, it makes sense to ensure they don’t get stressed out.
I wonder if they ever sedate pets for long flights.
Root Explanation
Sedate → It is derived from 'sedare' (meaning to calm or to settle) in Latin. The word 'sedate' means to calm or to bring to a state of tranquility.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word 'sedare' which means to calm — this helps you remember that 'sedate' refers to a state of calmness.
Visually Confused Words
unsedate
sudate
senate
sebate
seathe
seater
seated
redate