sedation meaning
UK US /səˈdeɪʃən/ 3 syllables
sedation (noun): a state of reduced excitement or anxiety that is induced by the administrative of a sedative agent.
sedation has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
sedation as a noun
- a state of reduced excitement or anxiety that is induced by the administrative of a sedative agent
Type of: physical condition
- the administration of a sedative agent or drug
Synonyms: drugging
Type of: administration
Related forms: sedate
How to pronounce sedation
sedation is pronounced /səˈdeɪʃən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Words that rhyme with sedation
Word lists: words starting with SE · words ending in ON · 8-letter words
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