Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soporific
adjective
/ˌsɒp.əˈrɪf.ɪk/
Definition
A substance or agent that induces sleep.
Examples
- The medication had a soporific effect, making it hard for me to stay awake.
- On quiet evenings, the sound of raindrops can be quite soporific.
- He found the lecture to be soporific and struggled to keep his eyes open.
Meaning
Soporific refers to something that causes drowsiness or sleepiness.
Synonyms
- sleep-inducing
- sedative
- drowsy
- hypnotic
- tranquilizing
