sopition/səˈpɪʃən/EtymologyFrom Latin sōpītiō, from sōpiō (“to put to sleep”).nounThe act of putting to sleep.“But as for dementation, sopition of reason, and the diviner particle from drink, though American religion approve, and Pagan piety of old hath practised, even at their sacrifices; Christian morality and the doctrine of Christ will not allow.”