Sedation

Pronunciation

Definition 1

A state of calmness, relaxation, or sleepiness caused by certain drugs. Sedation may be used to help relieve anxiety during medical or surgical procedures or to help cope with very stressful events. Drugs that relieve pain may be used at the same time. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The process of allaying nervous excitement or the state of being calmed. (Taber's) (NCI Thesaurus)

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