Soporific (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Inducing mental lethargy; "a narcotic speech".
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All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 2
Sleep inducing.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The sound of rain pattering against the roof created a soporific melody that lulled the tired traveler to sleep.
- After a long day of work, the warm bubble bath had a soporific effect on her, causing her to drift off into a peaceful slumber.
- The professor's soporific lecture put the entire class to sleep, with students snoring softly in their seats.
- The combination of a heavy meal and a warm fireplace created a soporific atmosphere that left everyone in the room drowsy.
- The soporific scent of lavender essential oil filled the room, calming the patients and helping them relax before bedtime.