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(adj) staid
characterized by dignity and propriety
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
a grave God-fearing man; a quiet sedate nature; as sober as a judge; a solemn promise; the judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence
(verb) calm, tranquilize, tranquillise, tranquillize
cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to
The patient must be sedated before the operation