Soporific [Adjective]

Sentence: “A book may be a stimulant or a sedative or an irritant or a soporific. The point is that it must do something to you, and you ought to know what it is. A book may be of the nature of a soothing syrup or it may be of the nature of a mustard plaster.” (Source: www.newyorker.com)

Meaning: Causing or tending to cause drowsiness or sleep

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How To Remember? 

“Soporific” should remind of boring daily soaps and serials which makes the viewers drowsy! Remember, “Soporific” is not at all terrific!

Synonyms?

Drowsy; Sedative; Somniferous; Somnolent.

Antonym?

Invigorating.

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