sedation

noun

se·​da·​tion si-ˈdā-shən 

1

: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives

2

: a state resulting from or as if from sedation

Examples of sedation in a Sentence

For some patients, sedation may be necessary.

Recent Examples on the Web

Do not take medications that cause sedation or muscle relaxation before bed. —Sanja Jelic, Verywell Health, 10 July 2024

Lacy was able to stand and eagerly tear into a bag of hay when the sedation wore off, video shows. —Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 8 July 2024

For unclear reasons, hippos, like other marine mammals, are highly sensitive to sedation and, in zoos, have sometimes had fatal reactions. —Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 June 2024

There were also low rates of dissociation and also very low rates of sedation, the researchers wrote. —Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 25 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1543, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

sedation

noun

se·​da·​tion si-ˈdā-shən 

1

: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives

2

: a state resulting from sedation see conscious sedation, deep sedation