Definition

Having the ability to induce sleep or cause drowsiness.

Example

The doctor prescribed a somnifacient to help the patient sleep better at night.

Conversation

I heard that herbal tea can be quite somnifacient at night.

Really? I could use something to help me sleep better.

Yeah, I tried some chamomile tea, and it worked wonders for me.

I'll have to give it a shot then, sounds perfect!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Somnifacient → It is formed from "somnus" (meaning sleep) and "facere" (meaning to make or do). The word describes something that makes one sleep or induces sleep.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sleep' ('somnus') and 'making' ('facere') to remember that somnifacient refers to something that induces sleep.

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