snoozeworthy

Puts you out

Snoozeworthy describes something so dull or unengaging that it could put you to sleep.

The word typically applies to entertainment, presentations, or events that fail to hold attention: The documentary was utterly snoozeworthy.

It follows the pattern of similar "-worthy" compounds like newsworthy or praiseworthy, but signals the opposite of merit.

tedium

boring

Failing to engage interest

tiresome · dreary · humdrum · mind-numbing · uninspiring · lackluster · pedestrian · vapid · stale · yawn-inducing

drowsiness

sleepy

Wanting to doze

hypnotic · somnolent · sleep-inducing · restful · slumberous · dozy · tranquilizing · numbing · heavy-lidded · zonked

media

documentary

Factual film about reality

sermon · speech · webinar · podcast · textbook · manual · report · memo · briefing · slideshow

Opposites
engagement/interest

snoozeworthyriveting

Completely holding one's attention

captivating · gripping · engrossing · compelling · enthralling

excitement/stimulation

snoozeworthythrilling

Intensely exciting

exciting · exhilarating · electrifying · pulse-pounding · edge-of-your-seat

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G