sedately
UK/sɪ'detli/US/sɪ'deɪtlɪ/
C2
Definitions
adv.
In a calm, unhurried, and dignified manner.
安详地；从容沉稳地。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedsedatesit, settle, be placed
+
-lyto make, having
=sedately
sedate (calm, settled) + -ly = 'in a settled way.' Moving as if comfortably seated — slow and composed.
Common Collocations
- 1.walk sedately从容地走
- 2.move sedately平静地移动
Example Sentences
- 1.
The old steamer moved sedately up the river.
- 2.
She walked sedately to the front of the hall.