Synonyms for calmatives


Grammar : Noun
Spell : kah-muh-tiv, kal-muh-
Phonetic Transcription : ˈkɑ mə tɪv, ˈkæl mə-

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Définition of calmatives

Origin :
  • by 1831, from French calmatif; see calm (adj.) + -ative. A hybrid word; purists prefer sedative. "The Latinic suffix is here defensible on the ground of It. and Sp. calmar, F. calmer ...." [OED].
  • As in sedative : noun soothing agent, medicine

Antonyms for calmatives

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