The difference between Sedate and Stimulate
When used as verbs, sedate means to tranquilize by giving a sedative, whereas stimulate means to encourage into action.
Sedate is also adjective with the meaning: in a composed and temperate state.
check bellow for the other definitions of Sedate and Stimulate
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Sedate as an adjective:
in a composed and temperate state.
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Sedate as a verb:
to tranquilize by giving a sedative; to calm; to soothe; to induce sleep.
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Stimulate as a verb:
To encourage into action.
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Stimulate as a verb:
To arouse an organism to functional activity.