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sedately Antonyms

Opposite of sedately

Pinning down the opposite of sedately requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adverb definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a calm, dignified, and unhurried manner, free from excitement or agitation.

Usage Example

"The elderly couple strolled frantically along the shaded garden path."

Strongest
frantically
wildly
excitedly
Strong
boisterously
frenetically
hurriedly
energetically
rowdily

Similar words to sedately

Words similar to sedately shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

calmly
composedly
placidly
serenely
tranquilly
demurely
decorously
staidly
See all synonyms of sedately

• Nearby Words

secureness
security
sedate
sedately
sedateness
sedation
sedative

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