sudorific

/sʊˈdɒrɪfɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or inducing sweating

“The hot humid weather was sudorific, causing everyone to sweat profusely.”

2. noun

a substance that causes sweating, especially a medicine that induces perspiration

“The doctor prescribed a sudorific for her patient to take before the operation.”

Synonyms

  • diaphoretic
  • sweat-inducing

Antonyms

  • diaphoretic
  • sweat-suppressing