Meaning · adjective
sedative, calming
- having a soothing, calming, or tranquilising effect
In a sentence
Questa tisana alle erbe ha un leggero effetto sedativo.
This herbal tea has a mild sedative effect.
Il medico le ha prescritto delle gocce con proprietà sedative.
The doctor prescribed her drops with calming properties.
Non tutti i farmaci per l'ansia hanno un'azione sedativa così forte.
Not all anxiety medications have such a strong sedative action.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| sedativo | masculine · singular |
| sedativa | feminine · singular |
| sedativi | masculine · plural |
| sedative | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used as a masculine noun as well (un sedativo = a sedative).
- Commonly qualifies tisane, farmaci, or effetti.