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torporific

[ tawr-puh-rif-ik ]

adjective

  1. causing torpor:

    The embers had me mesmerized on that overcast, torporific winter afternoon—I could barely lift the glass to my lips.



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Other Words From

  • untor·por·ific adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of torporific1

First recorded in 1760–70; torpor + -i- + -fic

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