sedation

[si-dey-shuhn] / sɪˈdeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

moderateness

Synonyms

STRONG

balance calmness composure constraint coolness dispassionateness equanimity fairness forbearance judiciousness justice justness lenity measure mildness patience poise quiet reasonableness restraint sedateness sobriety steadiness temperance toleration

WEAK

golden mean

Antonyms

STRONG

agitation arousal discomposure injustice partiality unfairness upset wildness

NOUN

moderation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

calmness fairness patience restraint

STRONG

balance composure constraint coolness dispassionateness equanimity forbearance judiciousness justice justness lenity measure mildness moderateness poise quiet reasonableness sedateness sobriety steadiness toleration

WEAK

golden mean

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agitation

STRONG

discomposure upset

WEAK

extreme indulgence intemperance intensity outrageousness severity unlimitedness violence wildness

Example Sentences

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Once the sedation took effect the team had one minute to free him before there was serious risk of breathing difficulties.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

These adverse events included dizziness, sedation, and nausea, with increases described as moderate to large.

From Science Daily • Dec. 30, 2025

I was constantly looking outside myself for both stimulation and sedation.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2025

Treatment includes anti-seizure medication and sedation, followed by twice-daily tube feeding and hydration.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2025

Only in two ways could I account for it: sedation and seasickness.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel