What is another word for diaphoretic?
Pronunciation: [dˌa͡ɪəfɔːɹˈɛtɪk] (IPA) 
Diaphoretic is a word used to describe something that induces perspiration or sweating. Some synonyms for diaphoretic are sudorific, sweating, diaphoristic, transpiration, hyperhidrosis, perspiration, and sweating profusely.
Sudorific is often used when referring to a drug or substance that increases sweating. Diaphoristic is similar to diaphoretic but is considered less common in modern English. Transpiration is a term more often used in botany to describe water loss through plant leaves, but can also be used as a synonym for sweating. Hyperhidrosis is a medical term used to describe excessive sweating. Perspiration and sweating profusely are more general terms used to describe the act of sweating regardless of the cause.
