sedative

• Bezeichnet eine beruhigende, entspannende oder schlaffördernde Wirkung, oft von Medikamenten oder Substanzen, die Angst lindern und den Schlaf fördern.

Describes a substance or effect that has a calming, soothing, or sleep-inducing quality.

1. Calming or tranquilizingB2formalmedical

   Having the effect of making someone calm, relaxed, or sleepy.

   Beruhigend

   • The doctor prescribed a sedative medication for her anxiety.
   • The warm tea had a sedative effect on the nervous patient.
   • Some herbs are known for their mild sedative properties.

   Synonymeanxiolyticcalminghypnoticnarcoticrelaxingsoothingsoporifictranquilizing

   Antonymeexcitantinvigoratingstimulating

• Ein Medikament oder eine Substanz, die die Erregbarkeit senkt, beruhigend wirkt und Entspannung oder Schlaf herbeiführen kann.

A drug or substance that reduces excitability, calms a person, and can induce relaxation or sleep.

1. Calming drugB2formalmedical

   A medication that reduces anxiety, excitement, or irritability, often used to promote relaxation or sleep.

   Beruhigungsmittel

   • The doctor prescribed a mild sedative to help with her anxiety.
   • He took a sedative before the flight to calm his nerves.
   • Overuse of sedatives can lead to dependency.

   Synonymeanxiolytichypnoticsoporifictranquilizer

   Antonymeanalepticexcitantstimulant