sopor

[ˈsəʊpɔː]

sopor Definition

• 1. a state of deep sleep or unconsciousness
• 2. a state of extreme lethargy or apathy

Using sopor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sopor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The medication induced a deep sopor.

• Example

  He fell into a sopor after the long hike.

• Example

  The sopor of depression was overwhelming.

• Example

  The heat wave left everyone in a sopor.

sopor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sopor

• coma
• stupor
• unconsciousness
• lethargy
• torpor

Antonyms for sopor

• alertness
• vigilance

Phrases with sopor

• soporific effect

  a tendency to induce drowsiness or sleep

  Example

  The soporific effect of the medication was too strong for him.

• soporific drug

  a drug that induces sleep or drowsiness

  Example

  The doctor prescribed a soporific drug to help him sleep.

• soporific music

  music that has a calming or sleep-inducing effect

  Example

  She listens to soporific music to help her relax and fall asleep.

Origins of sopor

from Latin 'sopor', meaning 'deep sleep'

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Summary: sopor in Brief

The term 'sopor' [ˈsəʊpɔː] refers to a state of deep sleep or unconsciousness, as well as a state of extreme lethargy or apathy. It can be induced by medication, physical exertion, or emotional distress, as in 'The sopor of depression was overwhelming.' 'Sopor' extends into phrases like 'soporific effect,' and 'soporific drug,' denoting a tendency to induce drowsiness or sleep.