drowsy

/ˈdroʊzi/

Definitions

1. adjective

tending to fall asleep; sleepy; drowsy

“The drowsy driver dozed off at the wheel.”

2. noun

a quality of being sleepy or drowsy; somnolence

“The drowsy atmosphere in the movie made it difficult to stay awake.”

Synonyms

  • drowsy-eyed
  • sleepy
  • slumbery
  • somnolent

Antonyms

  • alert
  • awake
  • vigilant