# sedate vs seduce

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### sedate
*adjective · IPA /sɪˈdeɪt/ · frequency rank #39,081*
Remaining composed and dignified, and avoiding too much activity or excitement.

### seduce
*verb · IPA /sɪˈdjuːs/ · frequency rank #21,355*
To beguile or lure (someone) away from duty, accepted principles, or proper conduct; to lead astray.

## Source
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