calmative
|cal-ma-tive|
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/ˈkɑːmətɪv/
calming effect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'calmative' originates from the Latin word 'calmare,' where 'calm-' meant 'to quiet or soothe.'
Historical Evolution
'calmare' transformed into the French word 'calmer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'calmative' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to quiet or soothe,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a drug or agent that has a calming effect.
The doctor prescribed a calmative to help with anxiety.
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Adjective 1
having the effect of calming or soothing.
The tea has a calmative effect on the nerves.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45