Arousal and Sedation

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Arousal noun - A state of heightened physiological activity.

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Sedation is an antonym for arousal.

Nearby Words: arouse, aroused, arousing

Sedation noun - A state of reduced excitement or anxiety that is induced by the administrative of a sedative agent.

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Arousal is an antonym for sedation in moderation topic.

Nearby Words: sedate, sedative, sedated, sedating

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