Soporific
mediumNegative tonesop-uh-RIF-ik
adjective
Definition
Causing sleep or drowsiness; tending to induce sleep
Memory hook
SOPOR-IFIC: inducing SOPOR (deep sleep) — so boring it puts you to sleep.
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Examples
“The professor's monotonous lecture had a soporific effect on the entire class.”
“Warm milk before bedtime is known for its soporific properties.”
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“The professor's monotonous lecture had a ______ effect on the entire class.”
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GRE Tip
Soporific is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "sedative" or "somnolent" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "stimulating".
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Having a striking or revealing effect; significant
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abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
abstract
Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence
acclaim
Enthusiastic public praise or approval
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