Definition

Causing a state of unconsciousness or a lack of awareness, often similar to the effects of drugs.

Example

The narcotizing effects of the medication made him feel drowsy and detached from reality.

Conversation

I watched this new show last night, and it was so narcotizing that I fell asleep halfway through.

Really? I hate when that happens with a show I was excited about.

Yeah, I guess sometimes the pacing just makes it too narcotizing to keep my attention.

Exactly! A good show should keep you on the edge of your seat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Narcotizing → It is formed from "narcot-" (from Greek "narkōsis", meaning numbness or stupor) and "-izing" (a suffix indicating the process of making or causing). The word "narcotizing" refers to the process of inducing a state of numbness or stupor, often through the use of narcotics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'numbness' ('narcot-') being caused by a process ('-izing') — that's why narcotizing means to make someone numb.

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