soporific

adjective

Pronunciation: ˌsɒpəˈrɪfɪk

Definition

Causing or tending to cause sleep.

Examples

• The warm milk had a soporific effect on the restless toddler.

• He found the slow, repetitive rhythm of the waves to be incredibly soporific.

• Many antihistamines are known for their soporific side effects, making it dangerous to drive after taking them.

Synonyms of soporific

Words with a similar meaning to soporific:

• sleepy
• drowsy
• sedative
• somnolent

Antonyms of soporific

Words with the opposite meaning to soporific:

• stimulating
• invigorating

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