soporific
so
ˌsɑ:
saa
po
po:
po
ri
ˈrɪ
ri
fic
fɪk
fik
British pronunciation
/sˌɒpɔːɹˈɪfɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "soporific"in English

Soporific
01

a substance that induces sleep

example
Examples
The patient was given a soporific to help with insomnia.
Doctors sometimes prescribe a mild soporific for anxiety-related sleep issues.
soporific
01

causing one to become sleepy and mentally inactive

example
Examples
The lecture was so soporific that several students struggled to stay awake.
The medication had a soporific effect, making it difficult for him to stay alert during the day.
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